Iatrogenic Left Main Coronary Artery Dissection With Retrograde Aortic Extension During Complex Percutaneous Coronary

Ghulam Abbas Shaikh1, Samina Yaqoob1, Ali Aamir2

  • 1Department of Cardiology Dr Ruth KM Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi Pakistan.

Clinical Case Reports
|July 23, 2026
PubMed

Insights

Rapid recognition and percutaneous coronary intervention are critical for iatrogenic left main coronary artery dissection, especially with aortic extension. Meticulous technique and multidisciplinary care improve outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Surgery

Background:

  • Iatrogenic left main coronary artery dissection is a rare but serious complication.
  • Dissection with aortic extension presents a particularly high-risk scenario.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the critical nature of prompt diagnosis and intervention.
  • To highlight the importance of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in managing this complication.

Main Methods:

  • Review of critical steps in PCI for iatrogenic dissections.
  • Emphasis on meticulous technique in complex coronary anatomy.
  • Importance of multidisciplinary team coordination.

Main Results:

  • Successful PCI can restore coronary flow and prevent hemodynamic collapse.
  • Meticulous technique is key to sealing the entry point and preventing further complications.
  • Coordinated care and close follow-up are essential for optimal patient outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Immediate, well-planned PCI is crucial for iatrogenic left main coronary artery dissection with aortic extension.
  • Success depends on high-risk anatomical considerations, precise procedural technique, and collaborative patient management.

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