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An uncommon and challenging finding regarding the tricuspid valve: case report, clinical considerations, and practical management

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Background: The differential diagnosis of tricuspid masses remains challenging. Case summary: This case involves the incidental detection of a lesion with a non-solid appearance, exhibiting the characteristic 'finger-in-glove' and 'garland-like' morphology, resembling a blind-ended protrusion of the tricuspid leaflet. This presentation is consistent with a tricuspid valve aneurysm, without significant associated stenosis or regurgitation. Discussion: Given the lesion's morphological features, the patient's asymptomatic status, and the absence of a precipitating event suggestive of an alternative diagnosis, we concluded that the most likely diagnosis is aseptic tricuspid valve aneurysm. Following a multidisciplinary heart team discussion, surgical intervention was deemed unnecessary.

Source: European Heart Journal - Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/ehjcr/ytae474

Authors: Edoardo Sciatti, Raul Limonta, Salvatore D’Isa, Vincenzo Duino, Michele Senni

Institutions: Ospedale Papa Giovanni XXIII, University of Milano-Bicocca

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $819