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Left ventricular noncompaction (LVNC) cardiomyopathy is a congenital condition characterized by a non-compacted layer of abnormal trabeculation and a compacted layer of myocardium in the left ventricle. LVNC cardiomyopathy can lead to thromboembolic phenomena, left ventricular dysfunction, malignant arrhythmia, and sudden cardiac death. This specific type of cardiomyopathy is rare, and due to a potential lack of symptoms, true prevalence is unclear. The World Health Organization lists left ventricular noncompaction as an unclassified cardiomyopathy. As such, there is no clear definition or consensus on diagnostic criteria. The infrequency of LVNC cardiomyopathy, combined with unclear diagnostic criteria, make anesthesia management potentially challenging. This case report explores the anesthetic planning and changes in anesthesia management for a patient with this unique condition.

Publication Date

5-9-2025

Disciplines

Cardiology

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2025 Research Day Corewell Health West, Grand Rapids, MI, May 9, 2025. Abstract 1829

Teeth Extraction in a Patient with Left Ventricular Noncompaction Cardiomyopathy

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