We present a six-year follow-up of an infant who underwent a left subclavian artery to left anterior descending artery anastomosis for anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery, without the use of cardiopulmonary bypass. The clinical status, echocardiography, angiography, and exercise tolerance with treadmill test were found to be normal. This technique could be a viable alternative to the more established coronary translocation, with lesser morbidity, shorter hospital stay, and lower economic burden, especially in the developing world.
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