Coronary artery ectasia: Difference between revisions
From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia
CSV import |
CSV import Tags: mobile edit mobile web edit |
||
| (One intermediate revision by the same user not shown) | |||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
{{SI}} | |||
{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Coronary artery ectasia | |||
| image = [[File:Blausen_0256_CoronaryArteries_02.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Diagram of the coronary arteries | |||
| field = [[Cardiology]] | |||
| synonyms = Coronary artery aneurysm | |||
| symptoms = Often asymptomatic, chest pain, [[angina]], [[myocardial infarction]] | |||
| complications = [[Coronary artery disease]], [[thrombosis]], [[myocardial infarction]] | |||
| onset = Typically in adults | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Atherosclerosis]], [[congenital heart defect]], [[connective tissue disorders]] | |||
| risks = [[Hypertension]], [[hyperlipidemia]], [[smoking]], [[family history]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Coronary angiography]], [[CT scan]], [[MRI]] | |||
| differential = [[Coronary artery disease]], [[vasculitis]], [[Kawasaki disease]] | |||
| prevention = Control of risk factors, such as [[hypertension]] and [[hyperlipidemia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antiplatelet therapy]], [[statins]], [[beta blockers]], [[angioplasty]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on severity and complications | |||
| frequency = 1-5% of patients undergoing coronary angiography | |||
| deaths = Rare, but can lead to serious complications | |||
}} | |||
'''Coronary artery ectasia''' (CAE) is a rare heart condition characterized by the abnormal dilation of the [[coronary arteries]]. This condition is often associated with [[coronary artery disease]] (CAD) and can lead to serious complications such as [[heart attack]] and [[angina]]. | '''Coronary artery ectasia''' (CAE) is a rare heart condition characterized by the abnormal dilation of the [[coronary arteries]]. This condition is often associated with [[coronary artery disease]] (CAD) and can lead to serious complications such as [[heart attack]] and [[angina]]. | ||
== Introduction == | |||
== | |||
Coronary artery ectasia is a condition where one or more of the coronary arteries become dilated and twisted. This can cause the blood flow to the heart to be slower or even blocked, leading to various heart-related symptoms and complications. The exact cause of CAE is not known, but it is often associated with atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque builds up in the arteries. | Coronary artery ectasia is a condition where one or more of the coronary arteries become dilated and twisted. This can cause the blood flow to the heart to be slower or even blocked, leading to various heart-related symptoms and complications. The exact cause of CAE is not known, but it is often associated with atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque builds up in the arteries. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of coronary artery ectasia are similar to those of other heart conditions, and may include: | The symptoms of coronary artery ectasia are similar to those of other heart conditions, and may include: | ||
| Line 11: | Line 30: | ||
* [[Dizziness]] | * [[Dizziness]] | ||
* [[Heart palpitations]] | * [[Heart palpitations]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of coronary artery ectasia is typically made through a combination of [[medical history]], physical examination, and diagnostic tests such as: | Diagnosis of coronary artery ectasia is typically made through a combination of [[medical history]], physical examination, and diagnostic tests such as: | ||
| Line 17: | Line 35: | ||
* [[Echocardiogram]] | * [[Echocardiogram]] | ||
* [[Coronary angiogram]] | * [[Coronary angiogram]] | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for coronary artery ectasia is primarily aimed at managing symptoms and preventing complications. This may include: | Treatment for coronary artery ectasia is primarily aimed at managing symptoms and preventing complications. This may include: | ||
| Line 23: | Line 40: | ||
* [[Lifestyle changes]] such as diet and exercise | * [[Lifestyle changes]] such as diet and exercise | ||
* [[Surgery]] in severe cases | * [[Surgery]] in severe cases | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Coronary artery disease]] | * [[Coronary artery disease]] | ||
| Line 29: | Line 45: | ||
* [[Heart attack]] | * [[Heart attack]] | ||
* [[Angina]] | * [[Angina]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Heart diseases]] | [[Category:Heart diseases]] | ||
{{stub}} | {{stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 13:40, 5 April 2025
Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
Obesity, Sleep & Internal medicine
Founder, WikiMD Wellnesspedia &
W8MD medical weight loss NYC and sleep center NYC
| Coronary artery ectasia | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Coronary artery aneurysm |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Often asymptomatic, chest pain, angina, myocardial infarction |
| Complications | Coronary artery disease, thrombosis, myocardial infarction |
| Onset | Typically in adults |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Atherosclerosis, congenital heart defect, connective tissue disorders |
| Risks | Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, smoking, family history |
| Diagnosis | Coronary angiography, CT scan, MRI |
| Differential diagnosis | Coronary artery disease, vasculitis, Kawasaki disease |
| Prevention | Control of risk factors, such as hypertension and hyperlipidemia |
| Treatment | Antiplatelet therapy, statins, beta blockers, angioplasty |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on severity and complications |
| Frequency | 1-5% of patients undergoing coronary angiography |
| Deaths | Rare, but can lead to serious complications |
Coronary artery ectasia (CAE) is a rare heart condition characterized by the abnormal dilation of the coronary arteries. This condition is often associated with coronary artery disease (CAD) and can lead to serious complications such as heart attack and angina.
Introduction[edit]
Coronary artery ectasia is a condition where one or more of the coronary arteries become dilated and twisted. This can cause the blood flow to the heart to be slower or even blocked, leading to various heart-related symptoms and complications. The exact cause of CAE is not known, but it is often associated with atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque builds up in the arteries.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of coronary artery ectasia are similar to those of other heart conditions, and may include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of coronary artery ectasia is typically made through a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests such as:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for coronary artery ectasia is primarily aimed at managing symptoms and preventing complications. This may include:
- Medication to reduce symptoms and prevent blood clots
- Lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise
- Surgery in severe cases
See also[edit]
References[edit]
<references />
