Catheter-induced left main dissection: a treatment dilemma

Catheter Cardiovasc Interv. 2003 Jun;59(2):214-6. doi: 10.1002/ccd.10481.

Abstract

Diagnostic angiography is a routine diagnostic procedure in modern day cardiological practice. However, there are potential life threatening complications which can occasionally occur. We describe one such complication and detail the management and clinical outcome.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Angina Pectoris / complications
  • Angina Pectoris / diagnostic imaging
  • Aortic Dissection / etiology*
  • Aortic Dissection / surgery
  • Blood Vessel Prosthesis Implantation
  • Catheters, Indwelling / adverse effects*
  • Coronary Aneurysm / etiology*
  • Coronary Aneurysm / surgery
  • Coronary Angiography / instrumentation
  • Coronary Stenosis / etiology
  • Coronary Stenosis / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Stents