Anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery: collective review of surgical therapy

Ann Thorac Surg. 2002 Sep;74(3):946-55. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(02)03633-0.

Abstract

Anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery is an extremely rare but potentially fatal congenital coronary anomaly. Prompt surgical reestablishment of a two-coronary system on diagnosis yields excellent results and allows progressive and nearly total myocardial recovery. Follow-up of all patients is required to assess the adequacy of repair and to exclude ongoing or recurrent myocardial insult.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Coronary Vessel Anomalies / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Pulmonary Artery / abnormalities*
  • Pulmonary Artery / surgery