Spontaneous dissection of a coronary artery is a rare cause of obstructive coronary artery disease and sudden death. We report a case of spontaneous dissection of the left main coronary artery, which manifested as ischemic heart disease and was successfully treated by emergency myocardial revascularization. Prompt diagnosis and surgical revascularization are crucial for survival.
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