Unilateral pulmonary oedema secondary to acute severe mitral regurgitation mimicking pneumonia: A case report
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Unilateral pulmonary oedema is a rare and frequently under-recognized manifestation of acute cardiogenic pulmonary oedema. Its unilateral radiographic appearance often mimics pneumonia, leading to diagnostic delay, and inappropriate initial management. Acute severe mitral regurgitation is among the most important cardiac causes of unilateral pulmonary oedema, particularly when associated with eccentric regurgitant jets directed toward the pulmonary veins.
Source: Saudi Journal of Anaesthesia
Authors: Elsayed Khalil, Mohamed Abada, Ahmed Hamada
Institutions: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Cairo University
Language: English
Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7215075913