A continuous murmur following a nonpenetrating chest trauma

Abstract

We reported a rare case of non-penetrating chest trauma-induced fistula from the right sinus of Valsalva to the right heart chambers. The ruptured sinus of Valsalva aneurysm was diagnosed preoperatively and operated on successfully. The rarity of this case highlights the need for a precise preoperative diagnosis, the role of transthoracic echocardiography, and the importance of a prompt surgical management.

Keywords

• Aneurysm
• Echocardiography
• Chest trauma
• Sinus of valsalva