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[Death in exercise test: immediate angiographic findings in 2 cases]
C A Fernández de Almeida1, J Peteiro, J Barba
1Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, España.
Arquivos Brasileiros De Cardiologia
|December 1, 1990
Summary
Sudden cardiac events during stress tests can be fatal. Coronary arteriography revealed eccentric plaque lesions and intraluminal lucencies, suggesting plaque cracking as a key cause.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pathophysiology
Background:
- Stress testing is a common diagnostic tool for coronary artery disease.
- Sudden cardiac events during stress tests, though rare, can lead to mortality.
- Understanding the underlying mechanisms is crucial for prevention and management.