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[Coronary artery dissection without acute myocardial infarction]
A S da Rocha1, C G da Silveira, R Villela
1Hospital de Cardiologia de Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro.
Arquivos Brasileiros De Cardiologia
|June 1, 1995
Summary
Aortic dissection can rarely affect the coronary arteries. This case shows successful surgical treatment for a patient with DeBakey type I aortic dissection and concomitant right coronary artery dissection.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Vascular Surgery
Background:
- Acute aortic dissection (AAD) is a life-threatening condition involving a tear in the aorta's inner layer.
- DeBakey type I AAD involves the ascending aorta and aortic arch, often extending distally.
- Coronary artery dissection is a rare but serious complication of AAD.