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Uhl's anomaly in a newborn

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We present a case of Uhl's anomaly (parchment heart) in a newborn baby. We consider the clinical, haemodynamic and angiographic findings and describe the diagnostic difficulties, the unsuccessful outcome of medical and surgical therapy, and the complete anatomic picture.

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  1. Cardiology Centre, “G. Gaslini” Institute, I-16148, Genova, Italy

    G. Corazza

  2. Intensive Care Unit, “G. Gaslini” Institute, Genova, Italy

    M. Soliani

  3. Department of Cardio-Vascular Surgery, “G. Gaslini” Institute, Genova, Italy

    G. L. Bava

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Corazza, G., Soliani, M. & Bava, G.L. Uhl's anomaly in a newborn. Eur J Pediatr 137, 347–352 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00443271

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