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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Vascular Medicine
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Stable angina and dyspnea on exertion are common symptoms indicating potential underlying coronary artery disease.
  • Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for managing complex cardiac conditions and preventing adverse outcomes.

Observation:

  • A 65-year-old male presented with exertional symptoms, revealing reversible apical ischemia on stress testing and impaired systolic function on echocardiogram.
  • Cardiac catheterization identified severe atherosclerotic disease and multiple coronary artery aneurysms, necessitating surgical intervention.

Findings:

  • The case demonstrates significant atherosclerotic disease manifesting as multiple coronary artery aneurysms.
  • Diagnostic imaging modalities including coronary angiogram, transesophageal echocardiography, and surgical visualization confirmed the aneurysms.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of comprehensive diagnostic evaluation for complex coronary artery disease.
  • Successful coronary artery bypass graft surgery highlights effective management strategies for patients with coronary artery aneurysms.