An Uncommon Cause of ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction: Intramural Coronary Artery Hematoma After Blunt Chest Trauma.

ABSTRACT: Intramural coronary hematoma (IMCH) is a rare cause of acute myocardial infarction (MI). We aim to review the current knowledge and share our experience with the diagnosis and management of a patient presenting with traumatic IMCH leading to an acute ST-segment elevation MI. (Level of Difficulty: Intermediate.).

SUBMITTER: Gonzalez-Bravo DH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8304548 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature