Abstract:
Situs inversus totalis is a rare congenital condition resulting from
abnormal rotation of the cardiac tube during embryogenesis. Partial
anomalous pulmonary venous connection is a rare heart defect that occurs
when the pulmonary veins fail to connect normally during the development
of the embryo. Herein, we describe the case a 30-month-old girl who
presented with recurrent respiratory infections and dyspnea.
Transthoracic echocardiography and computed tomography angiography
revealed situs inversus totalis, partial anomalous pulmonary venous
connection of left pulmonary veins, large atrial septal defect, and
severe pulmonary hypertension. Surgical repair was performed with
excellent result. After a follow-up period of one year, the patient was
asymptomatic with important clinical and radiological improvement.
Keywords: Congenital abnormalities, Partial anomalous pulmonary
venous connection, situs inversus totalis, Dextrocardia.