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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Myocardial Infarction

Background:

  • ST-segment elevation in anterior precordial leads usually indicates left anterior descending coronary artery occlusion in acute coronary syndromes.
  • Anterior ST-segment elevation has been an atypical but recognized presentation of right ventricular myocardial infarction (RVMI).
  • RVMI is often associated with occlusion of the right coronary artery (RCA).

Observation:

  • This report details a rare case of isolated RVMI.
  • The patient presented with ST-segment elevation in the anterior precordial leads.
  • This electrocardiographic pattern was attributed to a proximal occlusion of the right coronary artery.

Findings:

  • Primary percutaneous coronary angioplasty and stenting of the occluded right coronary artery were successfully performed.
  • The intervention led to the resolution of chest pain.
  • The ST-segment elevation on the electrocardiogram also resolved post-intervention.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering RVMI in patients presenting with anterior ST-segment elevation, even when isolated.
  • It highlights the potential for right coronary artery occlusion to manifest with atypical electrocardiographic findings.
  • Successful primary percutaneous coronary angioplasty for such cases can effectively restore myocardial perfusion and alleviate symptoms.