Single left coronary artery with separate origins of proximal and distal right coronary arteries from left anterior descending and circumflex arteries – a previously undescribed coronary circulation
2007
Rare Case of Single Left Coronary Artery with Anomalous Right Coronary Artery Origins
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Pankaj Kaul, Kalyana Javangula
Primary Institution: Yorkshire Heart Centre, Leeds General Infirmary
Conclusion
The study presents a unique case of a single left coronary artery with the right coronary artery arising from both the left anterior descending and circumflex arteries, which is previously undescribed.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a 99% stenotic lesion in the left anterior descending artery.
- The right coronary artery had a dual origin, which is a rare finding.
- The patient was successfully treated with quadruple coronary artery bypass grafting.
Takeaway
This study talks about a patient who has a rare heart condition where the arteries are connected in an unusual way, but the doctors were able to fix it with surgery.
Methodology
The patient underwent urgent quadruple coronary artery bypass grafting after presenting with unstable angina and severe stenosis.
Participant Demographics
57-year-old male with a history of hypertension and hypercholesterolemia.
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