Paradoxical Embolization of Brachiocephalic and Pulmonary Arteries in a Case of Persistent Foramen Ovale: A Case Report

Abstract

Paradoxical embolism is the result of systemic arterial embolism and pulmonary embolism. It indicates the presence of an intracardial defect in the area of the atrial or ventricular septum. The most frequent cause of an intracardiac defect associated with paradoxical embolism is a patent foramen ovale (PFO). In the case presented here, the symptoms, diagnostics and surgical therapy are discussed.

Key words

Cardiovascular surgery - heart disease - aortic disease

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