An extremely rare association of coarctation of aorta with double chambered right ventricle: double-trouble causing bi-ventricular failure in a child

Cardiol Young. 2022 Mar;32(3):484-486. doi: 10.1017/S1047951121003085. Epub 2021 Aug 5.

Abstract

Double chambered right ventricle is a rare cardiac defect characterised by an obstructive hypertrophied muscle bundle in the right ventricle. The common associated lesions are ventricular septal defect followed by sub-aortic membrane. We report a child who had coarctation of aorta in association with double chambered right ventricle. This case is being reported for its rarity and challenges in management.

Keywords: CHD; coarctation of aorta; double chambered right ventricle; heart failure.

MeSH terms

  • Aorta
  • Aortic Coarctation* / complications
  • Aortic Coarctation* / diagnosis
  • Child
  • Heart Septal Defects, Ventricular* / complications
  • Heart Ventricles / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans