Cor triatriatum
Cor Triatriatum
Cor triatriatum (pronounced: kor try-ay-tree-ay-tum) is a rare congenital (heart defect) in which the heart has three atria instead of the normal two. The term is derived from the Latin words 'cor' meaning heart, and 'triatriatum' meaning three atria.
Etymology
The term "Cor triatriatum" comes from Latin. 'Cor' translates to 'heart' and 'triatriatum' translates to 'three atria', referring to the condition where the heart has three atria instead of two.
Symptoms
Symptoms of cor triatriatum may vary depending on the severity of the condition. They can range from no symptoms at all to severe heart failure. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, and cyanosis.
Diagnosis
Cor triatriatum is typically diagnosed through echocardiography, a type of ultrasound used to create images of the heart. Other diagnostic tests may include cardiac MRI and cardiac catheterization.
Treatment
Treatment for cor triatriatum depends on the severity of the condition. In some cases, no treatment may be necessary. In more severe cases, cardiac surgery may be required to correct the defect.
Related Terms
- Congenital heart defect
- Heart failure
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Cyanosis
- Echocardiography
- Cardiac MRI
- Cardiac catheterization
- Cardiac surgery
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cor triatriatum
- Wikipedia's article - Cor triatriatum
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