Eduardo Leal Adam1, Giuliano Generoso2, Marcio Sommer Bittencourt3,4. 1. Universidade Federal do Paraná, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. 2. University Hospital, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil. 3. University Hospital, University of Sao Paulo School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil. msbittencourt@mail.harvard.edu. 4. DASA, Sao Paulo, Brazil. msbittencourt@mail.harvard.edu.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Coronary artery anomalies are a diverse group of entities, ranging from benign variations of normal anatomy to life-threatening conditions. There is, however, no universal consensus in their classification, risk stratification, and management. The aim of this review is to develop a straightforward clinical approach for the assessment and care of patients with anomalous coronary arteries. RECENT FINDINGS: Autopsy series and population screening studies have recently provided useful clinical data on the prevalence and outcomes of coronary anomalies. Also, findings on coronary computed tomography angiography, magnetic resonance imaging, and invasive angiography, enriched with fractional flow reserve and intravascular ultrasound, have allowed identification of several high-risk features associated with specific coronary anomalies. Management of patients with anomalous coronary arteries requires an individualized approach based on clinical, physiological, and anatomic features. High-quality studies are paramount for further development of this fascinating field.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Coronary artery anomalies are a diverse group of entities, ranging from benign variations of normal anatomy to life-threatening conditions. There is, however, no universal consensus in their classification, risk stratification, and management. The aim of this review is to develop a straightforward clinical approach for the assessment and care of patients with anomalous coronary arteries. RECENT FINDINGS: Autopsy series and population screening studies have recently provided useful clinical data on the prevalence and outcomes of coronary anomalies. Also, findings on coronary computed tomography angiography, magnetic resonance imaging, and invasive angiography, enriched with fractional flow reserve and intravascular ultrasound, have allowed identification of several high-risk features associated with specific coronary anomalies. Management of patients with anomalous coronary arteries requires an individualized approach based on clinical, physiological, and anatomic features. High-quality studies are paramount for further development of this fascinating field.
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