The unconventional surgical management of an infant with rare Scimitar syndrome variant

Thushara Rodrigo; Clare Hilton; Graham Derrick

doi:10.1017/s1047951125109712

October 7, 2025Cardiology in the Young

The unconventional surgical management of an infant with rare Scimitar syndrome variant

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Right pulmonary artery banding improved heart function in the infant with scimitar syndrome.
The patient exhibited high Qp heart failure, prompting the need for surgical intervention.
Comprehensive haemodynamic evaluation was critical in determining the appropriate management approach.
This case demonstrates a unique variant of scimitar syndrome with a well-formed right pulmonary artery.

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Case report details surgical intervention for pulmonary venous drainage in infant, suggesting innovative management options.

Abstract

Scimitar syndrome is characterised by anomalous right pulmonary venous drainage to the inferior vena cava associated with right pulmonary artery hypoplasia. We present a case of an infant with Scimitar syndrome with a well-formed right pulmonary artery, in high Qp heart failure who was managed with right pulmonary artery banding after thorough haemodynamic evaluation.

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