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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Holmes heart | |||
| synonyms = [[Single ventricle]] | |||
| field = [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Cyanosis]], [[shortness of breath]], [[fatigue]] | |||
| complications = [[Heart failure]], [[arrhythmia]], [[thromboembolism]] | |||
| onset = [[Congenital]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Congenital heart defect]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic factors]], [[maternal diabetes]], [[maternal alcohol use]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Echocardiogram]], [[MRI]], [[cardiac catheterization]] | |||
| differential = [[Tetralogy of Fallot]], [[transposition of the great arteries]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgical intervention]], [[medication]], [[heart transplant]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Variable]], depends on severity and treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Holmes Heart''' is a rare [[congenital heart disease]] characterized by a unique combination of [[cardiac defects]]. The condition is named after Dr. Robert Holmes, who first described it in the medical literature. | '''Holmes Heart''' is a rare [[congenital heart disease]] characterized by a unique combination of [[cardiac defects]]. The condition is named after Dr. Robert Holmes, who first described it in the medical literature. | ||
== Symptoms and Signs == | == Symptoms and Signs == | ||
Patients with Holmes Heart typically present with symptoms of [[congestive heart failure]] such as [[shortness of breath]], [[fatigue]], and [[edema]]. Other signs may include [[cyanosis]], [[heart murmur]], and [[arrhythmia]]. | Patients with Holmes Heart typically present with symptoms of [[congestive heart failure]] such as [[shortness of breath]], [[fatigue]], and [[edema]]. Other signs may include [[cyanosis]], [[heart murmur]], and [[arrhythmia]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of Holmes Heart is usually made based on the findings of an [[echocardiogram]]. Other diagnostic tests may include [[electrocardiogram]], [[cardiac MRI]], and [[cardiac catheterization]]. | The diagnosis of Holmes Heart is usually made based on the findings of an [[echocardiogram]]. Other diagnostic tests may include [[electrocardiogram]], [[cardiac MRI]], and [[cardiac catheterization]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of Holmes Heart is primarily surgical. The specific surgical procedure depends on the individual patient's cardiac anatomy and the severity of their symptoms. Other treatments may include medications to manage symptoms of heart failure and [[arrhythmia]]. | The treatment of Holmes Heart is primarily surgical. The specific surgical procedure depends on the individual patient's cardiac anatomy and the severity of their symptoms. Other treatments may include medications to manage symptoms of heart failure and [[arrhythmia]]. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for patients with Holmes Heart varies widely. Some patients may live well into adulthood with appropriate treatment, while others may have a significantly shortened lifespan due to complications of the disease. | The prognosis for patients with Holmes Heart varies widely. Some patients may live well into adulthood with appropriate treatment, while others may have a significantly shortened lifespan due to complications of the disease. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Congenital heart disease]] | * [[Congenital heart disease]] | ||
* [[Heart failure]] | * [[Heart failure]] | ||
* [[Arrhythmia]] | * [[Arrhythmia]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Congenital heart disease]] | [[Category:Congenital heart disease]] | ||
[[Category:Rare diseases]] | [[Category:Rare diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:55, 4 April 2025
| Holmes heart | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Single ventricle |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Cyanosis, shortness of breath, fatigue |
| Complications | Heart failure, arrhythmia, thromboembolism |
| Onset | Congenital |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congenital heart defect |
| Risks | Genetic factors, maternal diabetes, maternal alcohol use |
| Diagnosis | Echocardiogram, MRI, cardiac catheterization |
| Differential diagnosis | Tetralogy of Fallot, transposition of the great arteries |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgical intervention, medication, heart transplant |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on severity and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Holmes Heart is a rare congenital heart disease characterized by a unique combination of cardiac defects. The condition is named after Dr. Robert Holmes, who first described it in the medical literature.
Symptoms and Signs[edit]
Patients with Holmes Heart typically present with symptoms of congestive heart failure such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and edema. Other signs may include cyanosis, heart murmur, and arrhythmia.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of Holmes Heart is usually made based on the findings of an echocardiogram. Other diagnostic tests may include electrocardiogram, cardiac MRI, and cardiac catheterization.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of Holmes Heart is primarily surgical. The specific surgical procedure depends on the individual patient's cardiac anatomy and the severity of their symptoms. Other treatments may include medications to manage symptoms of heart failure and arrhythmia.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for patients with Holmes Heart varies widely. Some patients may live well into adulthood with appropriate treatment, while others may have a significantly shortened lifespan due to complications of the disease.
