Background: Polysplenia syndrome is a rare disease where are observed two or more spleens associated with left-sided isomerism. In this condition there are many visceral and vascular congenital malformations, including cardiac anomalies. Case summary: We present a case of a 60-year-old male with polysplenia syndrome and multiple cardiovascular abnormalities, but despite these malformations, the patient survived to adulthood with minor symptoms. Discussion: This case report highlights the importance of a multimodality imaging approach in patients with complex congenital heart disease, leading to an unsuspected diagnosis at the adult age.

Case Report: Polysplenia Syndrome, a Wide Range of Congenital Heart Malformations in an Adult

Balestrucci G.;Roccatagliata P.;Giordano D. S.;Reginelli A.
2025

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Background: Polysplenia syndrome is a rare disease where are observed two or more spleens associated with left-sided isomerism. In this condition there are many visceral and vascular congenital malformations, including cardiac anomalies. Case summary: We present a case of a 60-year-old male with polysplenia syndrome and multiple cardiovascular abnormalities, but despite these malformations, the patient survived to adulthood with minor symptoms. Discussion: This case report highlights the importance of a multimodality imaging approach in patients with complex congenital heart disease, leading to an unsuspected diagnosis at the adult age.
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