Background
Nikaidoh translocation operation is increasingly being used for patients with TGA, VSD and LVOTO. The early
Conclusion
Nikaidoh operation is a viable solution for the repair of TGA, VSD, PS. Dilatation of the neo-aortic root should be carefully followed and causes of the dilatation investigated.
Results
Detailed follow up data of a patient, 12 years after Nikaidoh operation, using computerized image analysis are reported. The patient complained of chest pain on exertion. Imaging showed severe dilatation of the non-coronary sinus of the aortic root, compressing the RVOT and pulmonary artery branches resulting in RV dilatation. The dilated aortic sinus showed marked pulsatility with expansion during systole and diastole. As the child was symptomatic, with a risk of aneurysm rupture, excision was performed. This complication is thought to be due to interruption of the innervation of the root as well as cutting vasa vasorum.