# When Hearts and Minds Collide: A Case Report of Left Ventricle Noncompaction Syndrome as a Precursor to Acute Ischemic Stroke in a 15-Year-Old Along With a Literature Review

## TL;DR

A 15-year-old with a rare heart condition experienced a stroke, highlighting the challenges in diagnosing and managing such cases in children.

## Contribution

This case report adds to the limited literature on pediatric stroke associated with left ventricular non-compaction syndrome.

## Key findings

- A 15-year-old boy with left ventricular non-compaction syndrome experienced an acute ischemic stroke.
- The case highlights the diagnostic and management challenges of pediatric stroke in the context of LVNC.
- Cardiac diseases like LVNC are significant contributors to pediatric ischemic strokes.

## Abstract

Pediatric stroke, though uncommon, is often underdiagnosed due to subtle symptoms and delayed recognition. Cardiac diseases, accounting for up to 33% of pediatric ischemic strokes, play a significant role. This case report explores the rare occurrence of ischemic stroke in a 15-year-old boy with left ventricular non-compaction syndrome (LVNC). It underscores the complexity of managing pediatric ischemic stroke, particularly in the context of LVNC, emphasizing the challenges in timely diagnosis and management.