Lutembacher's syndrome is a very rare form of congenital heart disease that affects one of the chambers of the heart (commonly the atria) as well as a valve (commonly the mitral valve). It is commonly known as both congenital atrial septal defect (ASD) and acquired mitral stenosis (MS). Congenital (at birth) atrial septal defect refers to a hole being in the septum or wall that separates the two atria; this condition is usually seen in fetuses and infants. Mitral stenosis refers to mitral valve leaflets (or valve flaps) sticking to each other making the opening for blood to pass from the atrium to the ventricles very small. With the valve being so small, blood has difficulty passing from the left atrium into the left ventricle. Septal defects that may occur with Lutembacher's syndrome include: Ostium primum atrial septal defect or ostium secundum which is more prevalent.Lutembacher's syndrome affects females more often than males. It can affect children or adults; the person can either be born with the disorder or develop it later in life. The syndrome was first described by René Lutembacher (1884–1968) of Paris in 1916.To correct Lutembacher's syndrome, surgery is often done. There are several types of surgeries depending on the cause of Lutembacher's syndrome (ASD Primum or ASD Ostium Secundum with Mitral Stenosis):
Suturing (stitching) or placing a patch of tissue (similar to skin grafting) over the hole to completely close the opening
Reconstructing of the mitral and tricuspid valve while patching any holes in the heart
Device closure of ASD (e.g. Amplatzer umbrella or CardioSEAL to seal the hole)
Percutaneous transcatheter therapy
Transcatheter therapy of balloon valvuloplasty to correct MS
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Some of their strengths
René Lutembacher has many admirable traits.
Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Optimistic, Intelligent, Practical, Diplomatic, Hardworking, Loyal, and Generous.
Smart and Sophisticated
According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, René Lutembacher is someone who is a smart, sophisticated, and organized person who displays kindness and grace in every day interactions, and who also has a passionate soul. A person who sees life as a journey not a destination.
Strong and Resilient
Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know René Lutembacher well know them as someone who can be strong, expansive, and stable like a big tree.
Optimistic and Frank
According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe René Lutembacher as someone who is optimistic, principled, adventurous, and direct.
A person who isn't shy about expressing their opinions, loves competition, loves learning things themself, who is known for being inventive and original, and who loves being surrounded by friends and loved ones.
Realistic and Skillful
Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, René Lutembacher is someone who is able to separate emotions from reality, see the world in terms of right or wrong, and who is very good at getting things done.
They are also someone who is confident and creative, and who has a love for starting new projects, inventing new things, and giving back to the community.
Altruistic and Purposeful
According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, René Lutembacher tends to be someone who has a desire to be of service to a higher calling and who is always trying to perfect things. Who can be practical and polished, reserved and methodical, and who tends to trust internal judgment before trusting anyone else at face value.
Some of René Lutembacher's challenges
While René Lutembacher has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.
For example, René Lutembacher can be Stubborn, Difficult, Perfectionist, Hesitant, Narcissistic, Suspicious, and Pushy.
Difficult and Perfectionist
One of René Lutembacher's key challenges is that they are someone who can be difficult and too much of a perfectionist.
René Lutembacher must also exercise caution as they can have difficulty dealing with responsibility, authority, or criticism.
Pushy and Restless
René Lutembacher is someone who can be arrogant and bossy, who can have difficulty concentrating and focusing, be unable to separate emotions from business decisions, and who can engage in excessive spending in support of an expensive lifestyle and habits.
Critical and Bossy
Finally, René Lutembacher also can be too focused on the small details of life, try to control whatever is happening, and be finicky and demanding.
