Abstract
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Describe the importance of coronary artery imaging at any age.
Identify the prevalence of coronary artery defects, anomalous origins, and associated symptoms.
Explain the importance of careful evaluation and management in order to prevent adverse outcomes in affected individuals.
Where does coronary artery origin abnormalities rank in terms of cause of sudden death in athletes? A. 1st highest cause of sudden death in athletes B. 2nd highest cause of sudden death in athletes C. 3rd highest cause of sudden death in athletes D. Negligible cause of sudden death in athletes
Which symptom is not associated with anomalous coronary origin? A. Chest pain B. Arrhythmia C. Syncope or near syncopal spells D. Decreased femoral pulses
What primary mechanism of failure leads to cardiac death in a patient with anomalous origin of a coronary artery? A. Ventricular arrhythmia B. Ostial Stenosis C. Reversal of flow in coronary – Coronary Steal D. Myocardial Ischemia
The goal of coronary artery unroofing repair is to _____. A. Re-establish proper electrical conduction to the myocardium B. Establish blood flow to the myocardium C. Reroute blood flow to the great arteries D. Reconnect the coronary artery to the appropriate sinus
A patient follow-up echo is required to evaluate _____. A. Calcification of the aortic valve B. Cardiac function C. Increased hypertrophy D. Coronary artery calcifications