2025, Vol. 8, Issue 2, Part A
Anaesthetic management of a parturient with an incidental large fossa ovalis undergoing elective caesarean section
Author(s): Sriya Vaishnavi Tallapragada and Mahantesh S Mudakangoudar
Abstract: The fossa ovalis, a remnant of the foramen ovale, usually closes after birth. Timely identification and treatment of cardiac issues during pregnancy are essential to prevent harm to both the mother and the fetus. A 28-year-old primigravida, 36 weeks and 4 days pregnant, presented with symptoms of palpitations and dyspnea. Echocardiography revealed a 2.5 cm fossa ovalis with an atrial septal defect (ASD) and a left-to-right shunt. Epidural anesthesia was administered, and no significant intraoperative complications were observed.
DOI: 10.33545/26643766.2025.v8.i2a.554
Pages: 22-24 | Views: 64 | Downloads: 31
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How to cite this article:
Sriya Vaishnavi Tallapragada, Mahantesh S Mudakangoudar. Anaesthetic management of a parturient with an incidental large fossa ovalis undergoing elective caesarean section. Int J Med Anesthesiology 2025;8(2):22-24. DOI: 10.33545/26643766.2025.v8.i2a.554
