ST-elevation myocardial infarction due to coronary thrombus in a young patient with diabetic ketoacidosis and a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes.

The association between cardiovascular disease and diabetes is increasingly understood and shared therapeutic targets are emerging. We describe the presentation and successful management of ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) secondary to coronary thrombus in a young patient with a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes and diabetic ketoacidosis.