Post-Endomyocardial Biopsy Fistula Between Left Anterior Descending Artery and Right Ventricle

J Invasive Cardiol. 2022 Mar;34(3):E251-E252.

Abstract

The image in this vignette helps to illustrate a rare, albeit reported, complication of endomyocardial biopsy. The case was discussed by the heart team. Fistula occlusion with microcoils was considered; however, the patient was asymptomatic and presented no reduction of left ventricular ejection fraction, and the documented ischemia was minor. Therefore, the patient received conservative treatment.

Keywords: coronary fistula; endomyocardial biopsy.

MeSH terms

  • Arteries
  • Biopsy / adverse effects
  • Coronary Disease*
  • Fistula* / complications
  • Fistula* / etiology
  • Heart Transplantation* / adverse effects
  • Heart Ventricles / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Stroke Volume
  • Ventricular Function, Left