Huge aneurysm of the sinus of Valsalva following infective endocarditis in Behçet's disease

J Heart Valve Dis. 1997 Mar;6(2):179-80.

Abstract

A huge aneurysm of the sinus of Valsalva with conduction disturbance as a consequence of infective endocarditis in Behçet's disease is reported. The aneurysm extended not only into the ventricular septum but also to the right atrium and ventricle, with a complicated cavity formation. We speculate that complete atrioventricular block occurred due to an enlargement of the aneurysm into the ventricular septum, leading to a direct conduction system injury. Preoperative echocardiography and aortography were insufficient to recognize the extent of the lesion; subsequent operative examination revealed the true size. At operation, it is important to understand the lesion dimensions fully in order that appropriate surgical procedures be performed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aortic Aneurysm / diagnostic imaging
  • Aortic Aneurysm / etiology*
  • Aortic Aneurysm / surgery*
  • Behcet Syndrome / complications*
  • Behcet Syndrome / diagnosis
  • Disease-Free Survival
  • Echocardiography
  • Endocarditis, Bacterial / complications*
  • Endocarditis, Bacterial / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Sinus of Valsalva* / diagnostic imaging
  • Sinus of Valsalva* / surgery