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  • Title: Rapid hemodynamic deterioration because of acute rupture of an aneurysm of the sinus of Valsalva: the importance of echocardiography in early diagnosis.
    Author: Pasteuning WH, Roukema JA, van Straten AH, van der MA, Wonnink-de Jonge WF.
    Journal: J Am Soc Echocardiogr; 2002 Oct; 15(10 Pt 1):1108-10. PubMed ID: 12373255.
    Abstract:
    We report a patient with an acute rupture of an aneurysm of the right sinus of Valsalva of a bicuspid aortic valve into the right atrium. This congenital disorder is a result of a weak point in the aortic wall resulting from a localized interruption of the media. Because of rapid hemodynamic deterioration, early diagnosis is mandatory and often lifesaving. Echocardiography is the most reliable method to confirm the diagnosis.
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