Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm (see [[Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm]])
Trauma
Tricuspid valve regurgitation secondary to blunt chest trauma from a motor vehicle accident may remain asymptomatic for extended periods of time following injury. Gradual rupture of chordae tendinae, papillary muscle, and valve leaflets may eventually lead to right heart failure. In this patient, the echocardiogram shows significant tricuspid insufficiency, and cardiothoracic surgery consult for valve repair, in view of worsening symptoms, is indicated.
Clinical
Systolic Murmur (see [[Heart Murmurs]])
References
Nelson M, Wells G. A case of traumatic tricuspid valve regurgitation caused by blunt chest trauma. J Am Soc Echocardiogr 2007;20(2):198
Kleikamp G et al. Tricuspid valve regurgitation following blunt thoracic trauma. Chest 1992;102(4):1294
