Description The tearing of a co...
Description
The tearing of a coronary artery (artery of the heart). It can occur spontaneously or after an injury. The most common injury is during an angioplasty to relieve an obstruction.
Symptoms
Chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, fainting.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. A coronary angiogram and/or CT angiogram will be done to define the injury.
Tests:
Complete blood count (CBC), Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), CT Scan, Electrocardiogram (EKG), Troponin, X-ray
Other Specific Tests: Coronary angiogram
Specialists:
Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiology
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. A coronary angiogram and/or CT angiogram will be done to define the injury.
Tests:
Complete blood count (CBC), Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), CT Scan, Electrocardiogram (EKG), Troponin, X-ray
Other Specific Tests: Coronary angiogram
Specialists:
Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiology
Treatment
Depending on the severity of the defect treatment can include: coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), stenting of the artery, or observation.