Catheterization Techniques for Anomalous Aortic Origin of Coronary Arteries.

ABSTRACT: Anomalous aortic origin of a coronary artery (AAOCA) is a rare congenital anomaly with a large spectrum of anatomical variations. Selective engagement of an AAOCA can present challenges during cardiac catheterization. A comprehensive understanding of the characteristics of major AAOCA can effectively assist operators for selecting and maneuvering catheters. This review outlines the recommended catheter manipulations based on the site of ectopic coronary origin. Identifying the initial course (prepulmonic, subpulmonic, interarterial or retroaortic course) is crucial for classifying each AAOCA. Besides invasive coronary angiography, coronary computed tomography angiography is frequently utilized to enhance the diagnostic assessment. Cardiac catheterization enables the use of intracoronary im

SUBMITTER: Fretay XHD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11874055 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature