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Advanced Biventricular Failure in a Case of Double-Chambered Left Ventricle: A Clinical Report

  • By

  • Guiping Peng

  • Xiang Wang

  • Cailing Chen

  • Miao Dai

  • August 27, 2026

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    Double-chambered left ventricle (DCLV) is a rare congenital anomaly that can manifest in adulthood with severe heart failure.

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    A 50-year-old male presented with advanced biventricular failure, severe mitral regurgitation, and a low left ventricular ejection fraction.

  • 3

    Echocardiography revealed a muscular septum causing partitioning of the left ventricle, contributing to the patient's symptoms.

  • 4

    Despite optimized medical therapy, the patient's heart failure symptoms did not improve, leading to consideration for heart transplantation.

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    This case expands the understanding of DCLV, highlighting its potential for severe complications in adults.

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Double-chambered left ventricle with advanced biventricular failure: a case report

  • by Guiping Peng, Xiang Wang, Cailing Chen, Miao Dai

  • August 27, 2026

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