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Multiple cholesterol embolism: a case report
A Macheras1, D Mandrekas, M Fotinou
13rd Department of Surgery, Athens School of Medicine, University of Athens, Greece.
The Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery
|February 1, 1997
Insights
Cholesterol embolism is a rare but severe complication following procedures like angiography. This case highlights a fatal outcome with atheroembolic lesions found in multiple organs.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Nephrology
- Pathology
Background:
- Cholesterol embolism is a recognized complication of invasive arterial procedures.
- Intra-arterial interventions carry risks, including embolic events.
Observation:
- A case of fatal cholesterol embolism following angiography is presented.
- The patient experienced a severe, life-threatening complication.
Findings:
- Histological examination confirmed atheroembolic lesions.
- Affected organs included the kidneys, spleen, and colon.
Implications:
- This case underscores the critical risks associated with angiography.
- Early recognition and understanding of cholesterol embolism are vital for patient outcomes.
- Further research into preventative strategies for iatrogenic cholesterol embolism is warranted.
Abstract:
Cholesterol embolism is an unusual but serious complication of intra-arterial procedure such as arterial catheterization, angiography, and angioplasty. In this short paper a case of fatal cholesterol embolisation after angiography is described. Histology examination revealed atheroembolic lesions in the kidneys, spleen and colon.