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Commentary
Anomalous coronary artery arising from opposite sinus of Valsalva
Author(s): Lanjewar C* and Kumar D
Anomalous coronaries are frequently encountered during the course of performing coronary angiogram. The prevalence
varies from 0.6%-1.3%. We discuss here about the anomalous origin of coronary artery from the opposite
aortic sinus as this by far is the commonest variant encountered. The other anomalies like coronary artery fistula,
myocardial bridge and separate origin of left anterior descending and circumflex haven’t been discussed as they
are either too rare or are not associated with the risk of sudden cardiac death. There has been profound increase
in data to this respect as major institutes have published their data clarifying now the diagnostic and management
algorithm in dealing with it. Anomalous origin of coronary artery has significant clinical implications due to its association
with myocardial ischemia, lethal arrhythmia and even sudden cardiac .. View More»
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