AI Article Synopsis

  • - Coronary artery anomalies are uncommon conditions affecting the origin, pathway, or ending of the coronary arteries, with most being harmless, but some posing serious risks like heart damage or sudden death.
  • - Advances in imaging technology, particularly coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA), have improved the diagnosis of these anomalies, revealing previously rare cases.
  • - The text specifically discusses the intra-atrial course of the right coronary artery as a rare congenital anomaly that has gained attention through recent imaging developments.

Article Abstract

Coronary artery anomalies are rare and may involve the coronary origin, course, or termination. Most are benign; however, some can lead to myocardial damage, sudden death, or potential hazards during interventional or surgical procedures. The advancement of imaging studies has led to an increase in their diagnosis. Coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) especially has characterized new anomalies that were previously anecdotal. This is the case of the intra-atrial course of the right coronary artery. The present is a brief review about this rare congenital anomaly.

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