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SUBMITTER: Aryal MR
PROVIDER: S-EPMC3736288 | biostudies-other | 2013
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other
Aryal Madan Raj MR Badal Madan M Giri Smith S Pradhan Rajesh R
BMJ case reports 20130712
Left ventricular non-compaction (LVNC) is a rare disorder caused by the arrest of myocardial compaction during embryogenesis, leading to a non-compacted endocardial layer with marked trabeculations. The diagnosis is primarily based on echocardiographic demonstration of a spongy myocardium. Here, we present a young male with LVNC presenting with left heart failure and multiple left ventricular thrombi. We also review the presentation, diagnosis and management of this condition. ...[more]