Chest pain in an adolescent revealing a sinus of Valsalva aneurysm secondary to Takayasu arteritis

Cardiology in the Young 2026

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Authors: Cannon Greco Hiranaka, Kelcy M McIntyre, Ken-Michael Bayle, Stuart Holzer
DOI: 10.1017/s1047951125110470
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References: 6

Abstract

A 15-year-old female presented with exertional chest pain and near-syncope. Imaging revealed a large left sinus of Valsalva aneurysm compressing the left coronary artery. She underwent successful surgical repair. Intraoperative and pathologic findings confirmed Takayasu arteritis. This case highlights a rare aetiology of cardiac chest pain in adolescents and underscores the importance of evaluating for an underlying vasculitis when a sinus of Valsalva aneurysm is identified.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Vasculitis and related conditions Coronary Artery Anomalies Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management

Publication details

Journal / source
Cardiology in the Young
Volume
36
Issue
1
Pages
204–205
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN