Case report: A clinical case of a giant coronary artery aneurysm treated by percutaneous exclusion

Abstract Background This case report contributes to the limited literature on giant coronary artery aneurysms (CAAs), particularly those arising from secondary coronary branches. It highlights the utility of multimodal imaging in diagnosis and supports endovascular management as a viable treatment option in high-risk patients. Case Summary A middle-aged patient presented with a paracardiac mass incidentally discovered on imaging. Further evaluation revealed a giant aneurysm originating from a secondary branch of the right coronary artery. Given its large size and high rupture risk, the patient underwent successful percutaneous exclusion with a covered stent. Post-procedural recovery was uneventful, and follow-up imaging confirmed aneurysm exclusion without complications. Conclusion This case emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment planning for giant CAAs and illustrates the effectiveness of percutaneous intervention using covered stents. It also reinforces the role of comprehensive imaging in guiding both diagnosis and management of rare coronary anomalies.

Authors

Institutions

Publication Details

Journal
European Heart Journal - Case Reports
Published
2026-03-08
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1093/ehjcr/ytag190
Primary Topic
Kawasaki Disease and Coronary Complications
Type
article
Field-Weighted Citation Impact
0.00
Controls
|||
ALL TIME
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
article

Case report: A clinical case of a giant coronary artery aneurysm treated by percutaneous exclusion

Edurne López Soberon, M Romanò, Marco D’Amato, Diego Rodríguez Torres et al.
European Heart Journal - Case Reports
Kawasaki Disease and Coronary Complications
article

Case report: A clinical case of a giant coronary artery aneurysm treated by percutaneous exclusion

Edurne López Soberon, M Romanò, Marco D’Amato, Diego Rodríguez Torres, David Martí Sáncehz
article en

Abstract

Abstract Background This case report contributes to the limited literature on giant coronary artery aneurysms (CAAs), particularly those arising from secondary coronary branches. It highlights the utility of multimodal imaging in diagnosis and supports endovascular management as a viable treatment option in high-risk patients. Case Summary A middle-aged patient presented with a paracardiac mass incidentally discovered on imaging. Further evaluation revealed a giant aneurysm originating from a secondary branch of the right coronary artery. Given its large size and high rupture risk, the patient underwent successful percutaneous exclusion with a covered stent. Post-procedural recovery was uneventful, and follow-up imaging confirmed aneurysm exclusion without complications. Conclusion This case emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment planning for giant CAAs and illustrates the effectiveness of percutaneous intervention using covered stents. It also reinforces the role of comprehensive imaging in guiding both diagnosis and management of rare coronary anomalies.

European Heart Journal - Case Reports
Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla (ES)
Reduced inequalities
Openalex Percentile: Top 25%
Kawasaki Disease and Coronary Complications
AI Navigator

Ask Laika to Summarize, Analyze, and Connect papers live on the map.

Summarize Papers & Methodologies

Extract key findings, datasets, and comparative methods across publications.

Benchmark Rankings & Visual Analytics

Rank top research institutions, authors, funders, topics, and journals by Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) and paper volume with instant charts.

Connect Distant Disciplines

Bridge topological clusters on the map to find hidden collaborative intersections.