A Cadaveric Case Report of a Double Right Coronary Artery and Its Clinical Implications
Axel B Lichtenberg1, Kamal A Abouzaid1, Ahmad Y Karim1
1Department of Anatomical Sciences, William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Hattiesburg, USA.
Insights
This case report details a rare coronary artery variation where a right coronary artery and an accessory coronary artery originate from a single aortic sinus ostium. Understanding such anomalies is crucial for clinical procedures.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Anatomy
- Embryology
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Coronary artery anomalies are uncommon but clinically significant.
- A double right coronary artery is an exceptionally rare variation.
Abstract:
A double right coronary artery is one of the rarest variations of the coronary arterial system. This case report presents a unique variation: a right coronary and an accessory coronary artery arise from a single ostium within the right aortic sinus. The two vessels appeared externally to have a common trunk but were partitioned internally by a carina-like septum. This report underscores the importance of understanding the embryological development of coronary arteries and recognizing potential variations. It discusses the specific variation observed in this case and its clinical implications. The aim is to contribute to the limited literature on this condition and highlight the importance of recognizing and managing such anomalies in clinical procedures.
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