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Aneurysmal coronary artery disease: An overview.
Mohamed S ElGuindy1, Ahmed M ElGuindy2,3
1Department of Cardiology, Cairo University, Egypt.
Global Cardiology Science & Practice
|March 23, 2018
Summary
Aneurysmal coronary artery disease (ACAD) affects 0.2-10% of people, often the right coronary artery. Management involves medical therapy, with surgical options for severe cases.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Vascular Medicine
Background:
- Aneurysmal coronary artery disease (ACAD) encompasses coronary artery aneurysms (CAA) and coronary artery ectasia (CAE).
- Prevalence varies (0.2-10%), with male predominance and a tendency for the right coronary artery (RCA).
- Atherosclerosis is the primary cause in adults; Kawasaki disease in children/adolescents and the Far East.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of aneurysmal coronary artery disease.
- To highlight diagnostic modalities and treatment strategies for ACAD.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on ACAD prevalence, causes, and clinical presentation.
- Discussion of diagnostic tools, including coronary angiography and noninvasive imaging.
- Analysis of current management strategies, encompassing medical therapy and surgical interventions.
Main Results:
- ACAD most commonly affects the RCA, with atherosclerosis and Kawasaki disease as leading causes.
- Most patients are asymptomatic; symptoms often relate to myocardial ischemia.
- Coronary angiography is standard for diagnosis, with noninvasive imaging preferred for follow-up.
Conclusions:
- Optimal ACAD management remains debated, with medical therapy (antiplatelets/anticoagulants) as the mainstay.
- Covered stents can prevent further expansion; surgical options exist for complex cases.
- Further research is needed to establish definitive management guidelines for ACAD.
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