Affiliation:
1. Kocaeli University, Medical Faculty
Abstract
Myocardial bridging is congenital anomaly characterized by segment of epicardial coronary arteries passing through the myocardium. Various ischemic conditions are related with this pathology. We report a case of myocardial bridging that was complicated with acute anterior myocardial infarction and a review of the literature. The patient was treated successfully with coronary bypass graft surgery after unsuccessful percutaneous intervention.
Publisher
APO Society of Specialists in Heart Failure
Subject
Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine