Khawaja Muzamil, Britt Michael, Khan Muhammad Asad, Munaf Uzair, Arshad Hassaan, Siddiqui Rehma, Virk Hafeez Ul Hassan, Alam Mahboob, Krittanawong Chayakrit
Department of Cardiology, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322, USA.
Department of Internal Medicine, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322, USA.
Rev Cardiovasc Med. 2024 Feb 18;25(2):66. doi: 10.31083/j.rcm2502066. eCollection 2024 Feb.
Significant left main coronary artery disease is a very high-risk subgroup of coronary artery disease that is a crucial indicator of heightened morbidity and mortality rates. Despite its clinical significance, uncertainties persist regarding the optimal management strategy for patients, particularly given its phenotypic variations. Existing evidence-based guidelines offer insights into revascularization options, yet questions remain regarding long-term prognoses and clinical outcomes when comparing percutaneous coronary intervention to coronary artery bypass grafting. This comprehensive review aims to provide an in-depth analysis of contemporary strategies for the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of left main coronary artery disease. By synthesizing current literature and addressing the evolving landscape of revascularization modalities, this review seeks to contribute valuable insights for clinicians and researchers grappling with the complexities of managing left main coronary artery disease.
严重左主干冠状动脉疾病是冠状动脉疾病的一个高危亚组,是发病率和死亡率升高的关键指标。尽管其具有临床意义,但对于患者的最佳管理策略仍存在不确定性,尤其是考虑到其表型变异。现有的循证指南提供了关于血运重建选择的见解,但在比较经皮冠状动脉介入治疗与冠状动脉旁路移植术时,关于长期预后和临床结果仍存在问题。本综述旨在对当代左主干冠状动脉疾病的诊断、评估和治疗策略进行深入分析。通过综合当前文献并探讨血运重建方式的不断变化,本综述旨在为应对左主干冠状动脉疾病管理复杂性的临床医生和研究人员提供有价值的见解。