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Beatriz J S Branco1, Cesar Sanchez2, Cesar Mendoza3
1University of Mogi das Cruzes School of Medicine São Paulo Brazil University of Mogi das Cruzes School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil.
Abstract:
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is characterized by tear of the inner layer in the coronary artery, creating a false lumen between the inner and central layer. Its infrequent incidence often leads to delay in diagnosis posing challenges in management. There are currently no guidelines for the treatment of this condition. We describe an adult patient who presented with multiple episodes of ventricular fibrillation, in whom cardiac catheterization showed SCAD, treated by off-pump coronary artery bypass.
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