Arq. Bras. Cardiol. 2024; 121(3): e20230757
Interpreting Acute Myocardial Infarction 40 Years Later. Evolution of Knowledge: What is the Best Explanation?
Vitor Coutinho Andrade, Paulo Cury Rezende, Whady Hueb
, José Antonio Franchini Ramires
Introduction
Plaque rupture and erosion are the most common immediate pathologies associated with acute myocardial infarction. However, other mechanisms must be considered. The reported case occurred at a time when percutaneous or pharmacological coronary revascularization were not the standard treatment, which sparked discussion about these other mechanisms, as well as the possible advantages associated with the myocardial revascularization procedures.
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