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Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) encompass a spectrum of cardiovascular disorders characterized by the sudden onset of myocardial ischemia. They are primarily caused by atherosclerotic plaque rupture or erosion, leading to partial or complete occlusion of the coronary arteries. Among the various coronary arteries affected, left main coronary artery disease (LMCAD) is of particular concern due to its high anatomical significance and potential for adverse outcomes
The left main coronary artery (LMCA) is responsible for supplying a substantial portion of the left ventricular myocardium, including the interventricular septum and the anterior and lateral walls. Any obstruction or compromise in blood flow within this critical artery can have severe consequences, including myocardial infarction, heart failure, or even sudden cardiac death. The management of LMCAD associated with ACS represents a significant clinical challenge, necessitating prompt and optimal treatment strategies
Among the various coronary arteries affected by atherosclerosis, left main coronary artery disease (LMCAD) holds particular clinical significance due to its anatomical location and the vital role it plays in supplying a substantial portion of the left ventricular myocardium. The left main coronary artery (LMCA) typically bifurcates into the left anterior descending artery (LAD) and the left circumflex artery (LCX), which together provide blood supply to the majority of the left ventricle, including the interventricular septum and the anterior and lateral walls
The selection of an appropriate treatment strategy for LMCAD associated with ACS is a complex decision that requires careful consideration of multiple factors, including patient characteristics, coronary anatomy, severity of ischemia, and procedural expertise. The emergence of several clinical trials and observational studies exploring the efficacy and safety of different revascularization strategies has further complicated the decision-making process
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Left Main Artery Disease | Procedure | To investigate and assess the effectiveness and safety of percutaneous coronary intervention in left main coronary artery disease in sitting of acute coronary syndromes. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| major adverse cardiac events (MACE) | cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, repeat revascularization, and stroke | 6 months post PCI |
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| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed M Bahaa Eldeen, assistant lecutrer | Contact | 01023620185 | mohamed.mohamed6@med.sohag.edu.eg | |
| Ali A Mahmoud Ahamed Kassem, professor | Contact |
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sohag university Hospital | Recruiting | Sohag | Egypt |
| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36233613 | Background | Dabrowski EJ, Kozuch M, Dobrzycki S. Left Main Coronary Artery Disease-Current Management and Future Perspectives. J Clin Med. 2022 Sep 28;11(19):5745. doi: 10.3390/jcm11195745. | |
| 31582839 | Background | Waterbury TM, Tarantini G, Vogel B, Mehran R, Gersh BJ, Gulati R. Non-atherosclerotic causes of acute coronary syndromes. Nat Rev Cardiol. 2020 Apr;17(4):229-241. doi: 10.1038/s41569-019-0273-3. Epub 2019 Oct 3. |
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| 30094215 | Background | Spadaccio C, Benedetto U. Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) vs. percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in the treatment of multivessel coronary disease: quo vadis? -a review of the evidences on coronary artery disease. Ann Cardiothorac Surg. 2018 Jul;7(4):506-515. doi: 10.21037/acs.2018.05.17. |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D062645 | Percutaneous Coronary Intervention |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D057510 | Endovascular Procedures |
| D014656 | Vascular Surgical Procedures |
| D013504 | Cardiovascular Surgical Procedures |
| D013514 | Surgical Procedures, Operative |
| D019060 | Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures |
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