Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Acute Coronary Syndrome I: Introduction

Acute Coronary Syndrome I: Introduction

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) encompasses a spectrum of heart conditions caused by sudden obstruction of coronary arteries, typically resulting from the rupture of an atherosclerotic plaque and subsequent thrombus (blood clot) formation. This obstruction can lead to partial or complete blockage of blood flow, causing varying degrees of myocardial ischemia or infarction.ACS includes the following clinical entities:Unstable Angina (UA)Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI)ST-Elevation...

Acute Coronary Syndrome II: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations

Acute Coronary Syndrome II: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations

The pathophysiology of Acute Coronary Syndrome [ACD] involves several key processes:The main underlying cause of ACD is atherosclerosis, a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by the buildup of lipid-laden plaques within the coronary arteries.As the atherosclerotic plaque grows in the coronary artery, it may become unstable due to the formation of a lipid-rich core and a thin fibrous cap. Inflammatory cells within the plaque, such as macrophages, secrete enzymes that degrade the...

Acute Coronary Syndrome III: Diagnostic Studies

Acute Coronary Syndrome III: Diagnostic Studies

Diagnosing acute coronary syndrome or ACS begins with a thorough patient history. Notable symptoms include central, crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm, neck, jaw, or back, along with shortness of breath, sweating (diaphoresis), nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and palpitations.It is crucial to note any history of cardiac illnesses and assess risk factors, including age, gender, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and a sedentary lifestyle.During physical examination, vital...

Acute Coronary Syndrome IV: Interprofessional Care

Acute Coronary Syndrome IV: Interprofessional Care

IntroductionThe management of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) aims to minimize myocardial damage, preserve myocardial function, and prevent complications.Initial ManagementInpatient management involves continuous cardiac monitoring, preferably in an ICU, focusing on blood pressure, serum sodium, potassium, and creatinine levels, and urine output. Ongoing pharmacologic management is crucial for stabilizing the patient.Supplemental Oxygen: Administer supplemental oxygen if oxygen saturation is...

Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests

Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests

Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle. The symptoms vary widely, encompassing asymptomatic presentations to severe, acute manifestations.Clinical PresentationAsymptomatic cases: In some instances, myocarditis may be asymptomatic, with the infection resolving without intervention. These cases often go undetected unless discovered incidentally through diagnostic imaging or tests conducted for other reasons.General Early Symptoms: Early symptoms of myocarditis are non-specific and can...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Twiddler's syndrome resulting in right phrenic nerve stimulation: a case report.

European heart journal. Case reports·2026

Same author

Pseudoaneurysm of a Venous Coronary Bypass Graft Repaired With Covered Stents.

JACC. Case reports·2025

Same author

Amantadine Reduces Adverse Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients With Parkinsonism or Parkinson Disease: A Global Propensity Score Matched Analysis.

Clinical neuropharmacology·2025

Same author

Massive inferior wall aneurysm presenting with ventricular tachycardia and refractory cardiomyopathy requiring multiple interventions: A case report.

World journal of cardiology·2024

Same author

Correction: Podury et al. Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome and Particulate Matter Exposure: A Systematic Review. <i>Life</i> 2023, <i>13</i>, 538.

Life (Basel, Switzerland)·2023

Same author

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome and Particulate Matter Exposure: A Systematic Review.

Life (Basel, Switzerland)·2023

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 26, 2025

Myocardial Infarction by Percutaneous Embolization Coil Deployment in a Swine Model

Myocardial Infarction by Percutaneous Embolization Coil Deployment in a Swine Model

Published on: November 4, 2021

Stent Embolization Mimicking Acute Myocardial Infarction.

Syed Arqum Huda¹, Sara Akram Kahlown², Anojan Pathmanathan¹

¹SUNY Upstate, Syracuse, NY, USA.

Journal of Investigative Medicine High Impact Case Reports

|July 29, 2021

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Venous stent migration is a rare but serious complication. This case highlights a venous stent embolizing to the heart, mimicking a heart attack.

Keywords:

NSTEMI cardiac surgery deep vein thrombosis venous stent embolization

More Related Videos

Postconditioning with Lactate-enriched Blood for Cardioprotection in ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction

Postconditioning with Lactate-enriched Blood for Cardioprotection in ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction

Published on: May 28, 2019

Myocardial Infarction and Functional Outcome Assessment in Pigs

Myocardial Infarction and Functional Outcome Assessment in Pigs

Published on: April 25, 2014

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Oct 26, 2025

Myocardial Infarction by Percutaneous Embolization Coil Deployment in a Swine Model

Myocardial Infarction by Percutaneous Embolization Coil Deployment in a Swine Model

Published on: November 4, 2021

Postconditioning with Lactate-enriched Blood for Cardioprotection in ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction

Postconditioning with Lactate-enriched Blood for Cardioprotection in ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction

Published on: May 28, 2019

Myocardial Infarction and Functional Outcome Assessment in Pigs

Myocardial Infarction and Functional Outcome Assessment in Pigs

Published on: April 25, 2014

Area of Science:

Cardiology
Vascular Surgery
Interventional Radiology

Background:

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) necessitates anticoagulation.
Venous stents treat stenosis/occlusion but carry risks.
Complications include bleeding, thrombosis, and rare migration.

Observation:

A patient presented with symptoms of myocardial infarction.
Diagnostic workup revealed a migrated venous stent in the heart.

Findings:

The case details a rare instance of venous stent embolization to the heart.
This complication presented as non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction.

Implications:

Highlights the potential for rare, life-threatening complications of venous stenting.
Emphasizes the need for vigilance in diagnosing unusual presentations of cardiac events.
Suggests considering stent migration in patients with cardiac symptoms post-venous stenting.