Down syndrome child with multiple heart diseases: A case report
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Down syndrome child with multiple heart diseases: A case report
Abstract
Background: Down syndrome, also known as trisomy 21 syndrome, is commonly associated with congenital heart disease, and can often result in early formation of pulmonary hypertension. The development of pulmonary hypertension can result from factors such as intracardiac and macrovascular shunts, and upper airway obstruction or hypoplasia of lung tissue. Individuals with Down syndrome and congenital heart disease have a significantly lower average life expectancy, with surgical intervention being the most viable treatment option to improve longevity.
Case summary: We report the case of a 13-year-old boy with Down syndrome presenting with atrial septal defect and patent ductus arteriosus along with severe pulmonary hypertension. The electrocardiogram shows sinus rhythm and right ventricular hypertrophy. The echocardiogram shows an atrial septal defect with interrupted echo in the interatrial septum, measuring 0.813 cm in length. The patient was initially refused to be offered surgical treatment by many hospitals due to the high surgical risk and pulmonary artery resistance. After discussing the patient's diagnosis and treatment options, we ultimately recommended surgical treatment. However, the patient and their family declined this recommendation and chose to be discharged. During the follow-up period of 6 mo, there were no significant improvements or deteriorations in the patient's condition.
Conclusion: In conclusion, this case highlights the challenges faced by individuals with Down syndrome and congenital heart disease complicated by severe pulmonary hypertension. Timely intervention and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for improving prognosis and life expectancy. Further research is needed to enhance our understanding and develop effective interventions for this population.
Keywords: Atrial septal defect; Case report; Down syndrome; Patent ductus arteriosus; Pulmonary hypertension; Review; Trisomy 21 syndrome.
©The Author(s) 2023. Published by Baishideng Publishing Group Inc. All rights reserved.
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Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors declare that they have no competing interests to disclose.
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