Aberrant Left Coronary Artery, Modified Unroofing Technique, and Patch Angioplasty
Address for correspondence: Mazin Sarsam, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, St. George's Hospital, Blackshaw Road, London, SW17 0QT, United Kingdom. Fax: +44-20-8725-3859; e-mail: [email protected]
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Abstract
Abstract Background: We present a case of surgical correction of an aberrant left coronary artery arising from the right sinus of Valsalva. Method: In order to prevent stenosis and kinking of the neo-ostium, modified unroofing technique was combined with patch angioplasty. Results: The clinical outcome was excellent with complete preservation of ventricular function, resolution of angina, and absence of aortic regurgitation. Conclusion: Addition of patch angioplasty to the unroofing technique improves outcome. (J Card Surg 2010;25:508-510)
