Coronary ostial stenosis in Takayasu's arteritis

A patient with Takayasu's arteritis with left coronary ostial narrowing is presented. The dramatic clinical and pathologic findings are discussed in detail. Emphasis is placed on making the diagnosis as soon as possible, in order to expedite bypass surgery to prolong life.

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Published inChest Vol. 78; no. 2; p. 330
Main Authors Chun, P K, Jones, R, Robinowitz, M, Davia, J E, Lawrence, P J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.08.1980
Subjects
Aortic Arch Syndromes - diagnosis
Coronary Angiography
Coronary Disease - diagnosis
Coronary Disease - diagnostic imaging
Coronary Disease - etiology
Electrocardiography
Female
Humans
Middle Aged
Takayasu Arteritis - complications
Takayasu Arteritis - diagnosis
Takayasu Arteritis - diagnostic imaging
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Summary:A patient with Takayasu's arteritis with left coronary ostial narrowing is presented. The dramatic clinical and pathologic findings are discussed in detail. Emphasis is placed on making the diagnosis as soon as possible, in order to expedite bypass surgery to prolong life.
ISSN:0012-3692
DOI:10.1378/chest.78.2.330