PLSVC Flashcards

1
Q

What is a PLSVC?

A

Where during fetal development instead of the R&L subclavian veins forming just the SVC. It persists (continues) and forms the Left SVC.

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2
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When using contrast to detect a PLSVC what arm should you inject in?

A

Left arm

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3
Q

With a PLSVC what will you see on echo?

A

A dilated coronary sinus

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4
Q

Although a congenital issue a PLSVC is often ____ and causes ____ significant hemodymanic changes

A

Asymptomatic; no

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5
Q

What’s the most common venous malformation?

A

PLSVC

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