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Massimiliano Cantinotti1, Alberto Clemente2, Guglielmo Capponi1
1Department of Pediatric Cardiology and Congenital Heart Disease, National Research Council-Tuscany Region G. Monasterio Foundation (FTGM), Massa, Pisa, Italy.
Insights
Transthoracic echocardiography accurately diagnosed a rare anomalous aortic origin of the left coronary artery with an intraseptal course in an adolescent. This highlights echocardiography
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Anomalous aortic origin of the coronary artery (AAOCA) is a rare congenital heart defect.
- Left coronary artery originating from the right sinus with an intraseptal course (L-ACAO-IS) is a particularly rare and challenging anomaly.
- Early diagnosis is crucial for preventing adverse cardiovascular events, especially in young athletes.
Abstract:
We describe a rare case of a male adolescent with anomalous aortic origin of the left coronary artery from the right sinus with intraseptal course (L-ACAO-IS), which was diagnosed at transthoracic echocardiography. The case we presented confirms how echocardiography is accurate in the diagnosis of even challenging coronary artery origin anomalies such as L-ACO-IS. Coronary artery origin evaluation should be an integral part of echocardiography examinations in infants, children, and young adults, especially those undergoing physical activity. We also remark the importance of using multiple views including short axis, long axis, and modified (anteriorized) 4-chamber view which is very helpful for a better evaluation of coronary artery origin and their proximal course.
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