Abstract
Background: Transverse sinus (TS) is located anterior to the left atrium
(LA) and almost posterior to the aortic root. Pericardial fat pad in
transverse sinus adjacent to LAA is a rare condition that may resemble
LAA thrombosis especially in suspected cases. Case presentation: A 60
years old woman with history of dyspnea on exertion and severe mitral
stenosis was planned for percutaneous transvenous mitral commissurotomy
(PTMC). In TEE imaging mass-like lesion near LAA was seen and was first
thought to be LAA thrombosis. After more TEE angulations and 3D TEE the
diagnosis of transverse sinus fat pad (TSFP) was confirmed. Conclusion:
Along-side 2D imaging, 3D TEE we can better delineate the complex
structure of LA and LAA.