Author/Authors :
Saadat ، Habibollah Department of Cardiovascular Diseases - Shahid Modarres Hospital - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences , Taherpour ، Zhiva Department of Cardiovascular Diseases - Shahid Modarres Hospital - Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
Abstract :
Background: Acute myocardial infarction is an increasing cause of morbidity and mortality in the world. This condition sometimes happens as a result of coronary arteries blockage due to clot formation, spasm or plaque rupture. Cases Report: A 31-year-old man referred to our hospital with severe exertional chest pain. Electrocardiogram revealed ST- segment elevation in precordial leads. Coronary arteries angiography revealed a visible clot at proximal part of left anterior descending artery. As the thrombolysis in myocardial infarction (TIMI) flow of the artery was normal and the patient became asymptomatic , conservative management was considered. The patient was commenced on anticoagulant, glycoprotein 2b/3a inhibitor, aspirin, and clopidogrel. Follow-up angiography showed normal flow with no clot existence. Conclusion: Coronary thrombus is an etiology of acute coronary syndrome. Patients often have varying levels of concurrent atherosclerosis. It’s management is anticoagulation, thrombolysis, and occasionally invasive strategies . Some cases can be managed conservatively, so decision-making is an import part of these patients management.
