Repair techniques for anomalous aortic origins of the coronary arteries.
Cardiol Young
; 25(8): 1546-60, 2015 Dec.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-26675603
ABSTRACT
Anomalous aortic origins of the coronary arteries comprise approximately one-third of all coronary artery anomalies and are characterised by coronary arteries with anomalies of aortic origin involving abnormal courses, stenoses, and compression that can lead to myocardial ischaemia and sudden death. Operative techniques to treat these anomalies have not been standardised yet. Moreover, the management of potential complications has not been addressed. Common and rare forms of anomalous aortic origins of the coronary arteries are reviewed and understood standard techniques for an uncomplicated unroofing procedure are illustrated. Also noted are techniques that can be applied to unexpected anatomical findings and unwanted complications that could prove to be life-threatening. Several technical recommendations are offered.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Aorta, Thoracic
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Sinus of Valsalva
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Coronary Vessel Anomalies
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Cardiac Surgical Procedures
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Cardiol Young
Journal subject:
ANGIOLOGIA
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CARDIOLOGIA
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PEDIATRIA
Year:
2015
Type:
Article