Characteristics of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Outcomes in Adults with Repaired Truncus Arteriosus

Truncus arteriosus (TA) is a rare form of complex cyanotic congenital heart disease (CHD) (accounting for ∼2-4% of CHD lesions) where the pulmonary arteries (PAs), aorta and coronary arteries arise from a single great vessel.1,2 Complete surgical repair typically occurs in early infancy and involves PA reconstruction, insertion of a valved conduit or homograft between the right ventricular outflow tra ct (RVOT) and PAs, ventricular septal defect closure and, in some instances, repair or replacement of the native truncal valve.

Source: The American Journal of Cardiology - August 21, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Leena Robinson Vimala, Kate Hanneman, Paaladinesh Thavendiranathan, Elsie T. Nguyen, Candice K. Silversides, Rachel M. Wald Source Type: research