# 60 Seconds Case – What surgery was performed?

## Metadata
- Content type: Blog
- Canonical URL: https://123sonography.com/blog/case/60-seconds-case-what-surgery-was-performed
- Published: July 28, 2026

## Overview
In this 60 seconds case a 65-year-old male with dyspnea was sent to surgery. Look at his images. What surgery was performed?

## Snapshot
- Category: Case

## Authors
- [Prof. Thomas Binder, MD, FESC](/speaker/30) - Cardiologist, Head of Digital Learning; Medical University of Vienna

## Tags
- Echo

## Related Courses
- [Echo MasterClass](/course/echomasterclass)
- [Echo BachelorClass](/course/echobachelorclass)

## Content
In our 60 seconds case series, we show you different cases with hints and tips.

In today's case story a 65-year-old male with dyspnea was sent to surgery. Look at his images. What surgery was performed? Post-OP: Have a look at the aortic valve and the opening motion in the PLAX. From the apical windows, do you notice any WMA? Hypertrophy? What about left ventricular function? What would be your diagnosis so far? Some device has been placed – an ICD? PM? Tip: Look at the IVS in all loops!

Now answer the following quiz question:

## Which procedure was performed in this patient?

A) Cardiac ablation and placement of a ICD

B) Myectomy to treat LVOT-obstruction

C) Mitral valve repair with an annuloplasty ring

Take your guess – and if you think you know the answer, watch below for the explanation!

## Answer

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