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Abstract The human heart is a complex organ in which many complicated congenital defects may happen and some of them require surgical intervention.A large number and variety of congenital abnormalities affect the pulmonary arteries (PAs).These anomalies can be classified into several major categories, which is helpful for the purposes of recognition and organization,although there is considerable overlap among categories.Pulmonary veins anomalies range from isolated incidental findings to components of more complex anomalies, most often congenital heart disease.Radiologists often encounter these anomalies unexpectedly. Correct diagnosis can affect patient treatment and also help avoid unnecessary additional studies when the anomalies simulate thoracic disease |