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Surgical revascularization for 'atherosclerotic' coronary artery aneurysms associated with multiple obstructive

S A M Said, H T Sie

    Netherlands Heart Journal : Monthly Journal of the Netherlands Society of Cardiology and the Netherlands Heart Foundation
    |February 20, 2015
    PubMed

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    Coronary artery aneurysms (CAA) associated with atherosclerosis are increasingly detected via coronary angiography. This study details four adult cases where surgical bypass using arterial and venous grafts proved successful, with etiology and treatment explored.

    Area of Science:

    • Cardiovascular Medicine
    • Interventional Cardiology
    • Vascular Surgery

    Background:

    • Coronary artery aneurysms (CAA) were historically identified through post-mortem examinations.
    • Modern coronary angiography has increased the detection rate of CAA.
    • CAA can be associated with underlying coronary atherosclerosis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report on adult patients diagnosed with CAA.
    • To investigate the association between CAA and obstructive coronary atherosclerosis.
    • To discuss the etiology and treatment strategies for CAA.

    Main Methods:

    • Case series reporting on four adult patients.
    • Diagnosis confirmed via coronary angiography.
    • Surgical intervention utilizing arterial and venous conduits.

    Main Results:

    • Successful surgical intervention (arterial and venous conduits) in all four patients.
    • Demonstrated association between CAA and obstructive coronary atherosclerosis.
    • Detailed discussion on the underlying causes and management.

    Conclusions:

    • Coronary angiography is a key diagnostic tool for CAA.
    • Surgical revascularization is a viable treatment option for CAA.
    • Further understanding of CAA etiology and optimal treatment is warranted.

    Keywords:
    coronary artery aneurysmscoronary artery bypass graftingcoronary atherosclerosiscoronary thromboembolism

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