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An Unusual Culprit: Syncope in an Adolescent With Congenital Left Main Coronary Artery Atresia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: There are fewer than 100 reported cases of congenital left main coronary artery atresia. In this report, we present an adolescent male presenting with exertional syncope in the setting of this rare coronary defect, and review important diagnostic and therapeutic considerations imperative to obtain a favorable outcome.

Source: World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery

DOI: 10.1177/21501351241263819

Authors: Charlie J. Sang, Audrey Khoury, Michael Yeung, Thomas G. Caranasos, Elman G. Frantz

Institution: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Language: English

Topic: Coronary Artery Anomalies

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,950