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Elizabeth L Allison1, Wayne-Andrew Palmer1, Keston Rattan1
1Department of Internal Medicine, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, USA.
Myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA) can occur due to plaque disruption without significant blockage. Early diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion, especially after procedures like cardiac catheterization.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA) presents a diagnostic challenge due to diverse underlying mechanisms.
- Coronary artery plaque disruption is a key contributor to MINOCA, causing ischemia without significant luminal narrowing.
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