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Published on: September 15, 2023
[A Useful Case of Coronary Angiography during Surgery for Coronary Aneurysms:Report of a Case]
Hideo Morita1, Hironaga Siraki, Atushi Kawakami
1Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Uji Tokushukai Hospital, Uji, Japan.
Insights
Coronary artery aneurysms with fistula are rare but treatable. Intraoperative coronary angiography effectively confirms complete closure of fistulae and prevents residual issues, ensuring patient safety.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Interventional Cardiology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Coronary artery aneurysm with fistula is a rare condition.
- Residual coronary fistulas post-surgery pose a significant challenge.
Observation:
- A 70-year-old woman presented with palpitations.
- Enhanced CT revealed coronary aneurysms; angiography confirmed a fistula to the pulmonary artery.
Findings:
- Surgical ligation and resection of fistulae and aneurysms were performed in a hybrid operating room.
- Intraoperative coronary angiography confirmed successful treatment, with no residual shunts or coronary artery damage.
Implications:
- Intraoperative coronary angiography is crucial for verifying complete fistula closure and assessing coronary artery integrity.
- This technique enhances surgical outcomes for coronary artery aneurysms with fistulas.
Abstract:
Coronary artery aneurysm with fistula is a relatively rare disease. After surgery, residual coronary fistula is often a problem. To prevent these problems, we perform coronary angiography during surgery, and have good grades. A 70-year-old-woman was admitted to our hospital with a chief complaint of palpitations. Enhanced computed tomography (CT) showed coronary aneurysms. Coronary angiography confirmed the coronary artery aneurysms with fistula to the pulmonary artery. Surgical intervention in the hybrid operating room was performed through median sternotomy with cardiopulmonary bypass. The fistulae were ligated, and the aneurysms were resected. Finally, coronary angiography was performed to confirm that there were no residual shunt aneurysm, or damage to the normal coronary artery, and the operation was completed. Postoperative course was uneventful, and she was discharged on postoperative day 19. Performing coronary angiography during surgery is very useful to confirm the aneurysms are completely closed, coronary artery fistulae are treated, and the coronary arteries are undamaged.
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