Dynamic Evaluation of Coronary Anomalies Originating from the Opposite Sinus of Valsalva (ACAOS)

Overview

Journal Curr Treat Options Cardiovasc Med

Specialty Cardiology & Vascular Diseases

Date 2015 Sep 17

PMID 26373642

Authors

Marc A Sintek

Jasvindar Singh

Joseph J Billadello

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Abstract

Coronary anomalies originating from the opposite sinus of Valsalva (ACAOS) are a rare anomaly associated with sudden cardiac death. Dynamic, invasive evaluation using coronary angiography, intravascular ultrasound, and fractional flow reserve can more clearly identify important pathophysiologic variants and guide treatment. This dynamic evaluation can assist the clinician in the appropriate surgical and percutaneous treatment options and aid in patient counseling. Long-term outcomes data regarding treatment and prognosis is still lacking.

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