Abstract
Papillary muscle complicating acute myocardial infarction is an uncommon but potentially catastrophic event. We present 3 such cases to illustrate the difficulties in early identification of rupture. In each case, transesophageal echocardiography was employed providing rapid and unequivocal identification of the disorder. Prompt surgical intervention led to survival in 2 patients.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 417-420 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Cardiology |
Volume | 86 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1995 |
Keywords
- Papillary muscle
- Rupture
- Transesophageal echocardiography
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
- Pharmacology (medical)