Recurrent syncope due to ischemia with non-obstructive coronary artery disease: a case report
Bihan Huang1, Xueying Han2, Peiyi Xie1
1Department of Cardiology, Huazhong University of Science and Technology Union Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, China.
Background:
Ischemia with non-obstructive coronary artery disease is a prevalent form of ischemic heart disease. The majority of ischemia with non-obstructive coronary artery disease cases are attributed to underlying factors such as coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD) and/or coronary artery spasm. Ischemia with non-obstructive coronary artery disease can present with various clinical manifestations. Recurrent syncope is an atypical complaint in patients with ischemia with non-obstructive coronary artery disease.
Case Presentation:
This case report describes the presentation of a 58-year-old Chinese male patient who experienced repeated episodes of syncope. The syncope was found to be caused by concomitant coronary artery spasm and presumptive coronary microvascular dysfunctionc suggested by "slow flow" on coronary angiography. The patient was prescribed diltiazem sustained-release capsules, nicorandil, and atorvastatin. During the three-month follow-up conducted on our outpatient basis, the patient did not experience a recurrence of syncope.
Conclusion:
This study highlights the importance of considering ischemia with non-obstructive coronary artery disease as a potential cause of syncope in the differential diagnosis. It emphasizes the need for early diagnosis of ischemia with non-obstructive coronary artery disease to facilitate more effective management strategies.
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