Conquering acute coronary syndrome in coronary artery ectasia: Thrombus resolution with intracoronary thrombolysis, aspiration thrombectomy, and triple therapy
We present a case of acute coronary syndrome in a patient with coronary artery ectasia. Intravascular imaging revealed complete thrombotic occlusion of the right coronary artery. Although initial aspiration thrombectomy was ineffective, intracoronary alteplase improved subsequent aspiration attempts. Medical management with anticoagulation alongside antiplatelet therapy reduced thrombotic burden with sustained effect.
Authors
- Matthew Bridges
- Sandeep Kancharla
- Alejandro Lemor
- Christopher Hinson
Institutions
- Jackson Memorial Hospital (US)
- University of Mississippi Medical Center (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cardiovascular Revascularization Medicine Interesting Cases
- Published
- 2024-09-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.crmic.2024.100044
- Primary Topic
- Kawasaki Disease and Coronary Complications
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00