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Embolic thrombus on mitral anulus calcification
H R Malaterre1, G Habib, E Leude
1Centre Hopitalier et Universitaire (CHU) La Conception, Marseille, France.
Summary
A case study shows embolic thrombus on mitral anulus calcification (MAC) caused retinal embolism in an elderly woman. This finding suggests MAC is a potential source of embolic stroke in older individuals.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Ophthalmology
Background:
- Mitral anulus calcification (MAC) is increasingly recognized as a risk factor for cerebrovascular events, particularly in the elderly population.
- Previous studies have linked MAC to an increased risk of stroke.
- Atrial fibrillation and calcific emboli are known complications, but thrombus formation directly on MAC as an embolic source is less understood.