Ulcerated calcification of the interventricular septum causing Transient Ischemic Attacks: Case Report
2007
Case Report on Ulcerated Calcification in the Heart
Sample size: 1
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Author Information
Author(s): Panagiotou Matthew, Markakis Kostas, Mourtzis Nikolaos, Economidis Stella, Crockett James, Koletsis Efstratios N
Primary Institution: Athens Medical Center, Athens, Greece
Conclusion
Inspecting the left ventricular cavity during surgery can reveal important healing processes after a heart attack.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had two episodes of transient ischemic attacks.
- He was found to have triple vessel coronary artery disease.
- The surgery involved resecting a calcification in the heart.
Takeaway
A 64-year-old man had a heart problem that caused mini-strokes, and doctors found a harmful growth in his heart that they removed, helping him feel better.
Methodology
The patient underwent coronary artery bypass grafting and a ventricular restoration procedure.
Participant Demographics
64-year-old male, diabetic, with coronary artery disease.
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