Unmasking Myocardial Bridging: Multimodal Imaging and tailored medical approach in Exercise-Induced Angina – A Case Report

Myocardial bridging (MB) is a congenital coronary anomaly in which a segment of a coronary artery runs intramyocardially. We present the case of a 38-year-old male with myocardial bridging in the mid-left anterior descending artery who developed exercise-induced angina. This case underscores the importance of recognizing MB as a cause of ischemia that should not be overlooked in the diagnostic workup of patients with angina, especially in younger individuals. A comprehensive diagnostic approach, including multimodality imaging, is essential to uncover the pathology. A tailored pharmacological strategy is recommended. Long-term clinical follow-up is crucial for optimizing symptom management and reducing complications.

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Journal of the Saudi Heart Association
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2025-06-17
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https://doi.org/10.37616/2212-5043.1437
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Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise
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Unmasking Myocardial Bridging: Multimodal Imaging and tailored medical approach in Exercise-Induced Angina – A Case Report

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Unmasking Myocardial Bridging: Multimodal Imaging and tailored medical approach in Exercise-Induced Angina – A Case Report

Matteo Casini, Nazario Carrabba, Mattia Alexis Amico, Mario Moroni, Egidio Natalino Costanzo
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Myocardial bridging (MB) is a congenital coronary anomaly in which a segment of a coronary artery runs intramyocardially. We present the case of a 38-year-old male with myocardial bridging in the mid-left anterior descending artery who developed exercise-induced angina. This case underscores the importance of recognizing MB as a cause of ischemia that should not be overlooked in the diagnostic workup of patients with angina, especially in younger individuals. A comprehensive diagnostic approach, including multimodality imaging, is essential to uncover the pathology. A tailored pharmacological strategy is recommended. Long-term clinical follow-up is crucial for optimizing symptom management and reducing complications.

Journal of the Saudi Heart AssociationVol. 37(3)
Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Careggi (IT)
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Unmasking Myocardial Bridging: Multimodal Imaging and tailored medical approach in Exercise-Induced Angina – A Case Report — Matteo Casini, Nazario Carrabba, et al. · Journal of the Saudi Heart Association (2025) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS