[Indications for percutaneous myocardial revascularization].
Paolo Sganzerla1, Fabrizio Centonze, Emanuela Tavasci
1S.C. Cardiologia, A.O. Ospedale di Treviglio-Caravaggio, Treviglio. paolo_sganzerla@ospedale.treviglio.bg.it
Giornale Italiano Di Cardiologia (2006)
|October 26, 2012
Summary
This case study emphasizes personalized treatment for coronary artery disease (CAD). Tailored myocardial revascularization strategies balance guidelines with individual patient needs for optimal outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Clinical Medicine
Background:
- Coronary artery disease (CAD) management requires balancing established guidelines with individual patient factors.
- Atherosclerotic disease progression necessitates long-term therapeutic planning.
Observation:
- A 78-year-old woman with three-vessel CAD and effort angina presented with normal left ventricular function.
- The patient's comorbidities and frailty were significant considerations.
Findings:
- Optimal timing and indications for myocardial revascularization are crucial.
- A tailored therapeutic strategy, considering the patient's specific clinical stage and disease history, is essential.
Implications:
- Multidisciplinary heart team approach is vital for complex CAD cases.
- Personalized treatment plans improve outcomes for patients with coronary artery disease.
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