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A Case of a Special Type of Coronary Artery-Coronary Sinus Fistula

Jing-Fang Cao1, Zhao-Jun Zhang1, Hong-Xia Jing1

  • 1Department of Ultrasound, Renmin Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, China.

Echocardiography (Mount Kisco, N.Y.)
|August 12, 2025
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Coronary artery fistula (CAF) is a rare congenital heart defect. This case report highlights ultrasound as a key diagnostic tool for identifying CAF, improving patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Congenital Heart Disease

Background:

  • Coronary artery fistula (CAF) is a rare congenital cardiovascular anomaly.
  • CAF often presents with low incidence, increasing the risk of diagnostic oversight.
  • Understanding CAF pathogenesis is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.

Observation:

  • This case report details the diagnosis and management of a patient with CAF.
  • Initial identification of CAF was achieved through ultrasound.
  • Digital subtraction angiography (DSA) confirmed the diagnosis of CAF.

Findings:

  • Ultrasound demonstrated significant diagnostic utility in identifying CAF.
  • DSA provided definitive confirmation of the coronary artery fistula.
  • The case highlights the importance of considering CAF in relevant clinical scenarios.

Implications:

  • Findings underscore the value of ultrasound as a primary diagnostic modality for CAF.
  • This case informs clinical practice regarding the early detection and management of CAF.
  • Improved diagnostic strategies for CAF can lead to better patient prognoses.

Keywords:
arteriographycoronary artery fistulacoronary sinustransthoracic echocardiography

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