Title of article
Acute coronary syndrome caused by left main coronary artery plaque rupture and thrombosis — Resolution after pharmacological treatment
Author/Authors
Adam Rdzanek، نويسنده , , Arkadiusz Pietrasik، نويسنده , , Janusz Kochman، نويسنده , , Joanna Wilczynska، نويسنده , , Grzegorz Opolski، نويسنده ,
Issue Information
روزنامه با شماره پیاپی سال 2007
Pages
3
From page
92
To page
94
Abstract
The article presents a case of a 68-year old male admitted to coronary care unit because of acute coronary syndrome without ST segment elevation. In coronary angiography a lesion in the left main coronary artery (LMCA) is found. Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) examination confirms the diagnosis of the ruptured plaque with the presence of thrombus. Because of the well preserved lumen area a decision to continue intensive pharmacotherapy is made. Follow-up angiography and IVUS show a complete resolution of thrombus. The article discusses different management strategies in patients with confirmed ruptured plaque in LMCA.
Keywords
left main coronary artery , IVUS , thrombus , Acute coronary syndrome
Journal title
International Journal of Cardiology
Serial Year
2007
Journal title
International Journal of Cardiology
Record number
815026
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