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Anomalous right coronary artery arising from left mainstem
Catheterization and Cardiovascular Diagnosis
|January 1, 1983
Summary
A rare coronary artery anomaly, where the right coronary artery originates from the left mainstem, caused myocardial infarction without atherosclerosis. This unique single coronary artery presentation highlights a distinct congenital heart defect.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Vascular Anatomy
Background:
- Coronary artery anomalies are recognized in individuals with and without symptoms.
- Aberrant origins of coronary arteries can lead to significant clinical manifestations.