Optical Coherence Tomography Guidance In The Management Of Acute Coronary Syndrome Based On Plaque Morphology.

Background: Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. It is characterized by the formation of coronary artery thrombus which can be either due to plaque rupture, plaque erosion or rupture of a calcific nodule. The aim of study was to assess the plaque morphology leading acute coronary syndrome using OCT and to guide management based on its findings.

Coronary artery disease pattern: a comparision among different age groups.

Background: Angiographic studies have shown that the extent of disease and severity is less in younger population with comparatively fewer number of coronary arteries affected than that of older age groups. This study was conducted to compare the pattern of coronary artery disease (CAD) in young adults under 40 years and those more than 40 years of age with significant coronary artery disease on coronary angiography.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Angiography Laboratory of Punjab Institute of Cardiology, Lahore,-from 1st April, 2013 to 1st April, 2014.