Natural History of Asymptomatic and Unrepaired Vascular Rings: Is Watchful Waiting a Viable Option? A New Case and Review of Previously Reported Cases

Vascular rings are a rare form of congenital heart disease in which abnormal aortic arch anatomy leads to encircling of the esophagus and/or trachea by the aortic vasculature. Symptoms can develop from this and prompt the need for surgery. A natural history study has been done on mildly symptomatic...

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Main Author: Rohit S. Loomba
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-12-01
Series:Children
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/3/4/44