Delayed revascularization following complete transection of left anterior descending artery after a stab wound

Highlights • Complete coronary artery transection after a stab wound is survivable. • At even slight suspicion, surgical exploration of pericardial sac and heart is always strongly justified. • Off-pump coronary artery by-pass is a safe alternative for transected artery treatment. • Examination and...

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Published in:International journal of surgery case reports 2015-01, Vol.6, p.241-243
Main Authors: Santavy, Petr, Steriovsky, Andrea, Lonsky, Vladimir
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cardiac stab wound
Heart injury
Surgery
Transected left anterior descending coronary artery
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Summary:Highlights • Complete coronary artery transection after a stab wound is survivable. • At even slight suspicion, surgical exploration of pericardial sac and heart is always strongly justified. • Off-pump coronary artery by-pass is a safe alternative for transected artery treatment. • Examination and treatment of cardiac injuries in facility with “heart team” and cardiac surgical expertise is always strongly recommended.
ISSN:2210-2612
2210-2612
DOI:10.1016/j.ijscr.2014.10.079