Early Coronary Thrombosis without ST-Segment Elevation Following Repair of Acute Aortic Dissection

Abstract

Acute coronary thrombosis after emergent surgery for acute Type A aortic dissection is a rare event that can remain undiagnosed in absence of typical electrocardiogram readings. We report a case of left anterior descending artery thrombosis without ST-segment elevation three days after surgical repair, which was successfully treated with angioplasty and stenting.

Key Words

Acute aortic dissection - Coronary thrombosis - Acute coronary syndrome

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