Ebstein’s anomaly is a malformation of the tricuspid valve with right ventricle myopathy. It presents with anatomic and pathophysiologic characteristics that lead to variable clinical manifestations. The five anatomical features of Ebstein’s anomaly include: Failure of tricuspid valve leaflet delamination Apical descent of functional tricuspid orifice Dilation of the right ventricle and atrialization Fenestrations and tethering of anterior leaflet Dilation of right atrioventricular junction Apart from the characteristics mentioned above, a critical feature of Ebstein’s anomaly distinguishes it from other congenital regurgitant lesions. Do you know what it is?
Probe your knowledge of Ebstein’s anomaly by answering this question. Which of the following critical feature of Ebstein’s anomaly distinguishes it from the other congenital regurgitant lesions? A. Displacement of the tricuspid…
