Abstract:In this case study, we provide angiographic and computed tomography images demonstrating a large cal-cified left ventricular (LV) aneurysm and associated calcified thrombus—unique, and now rare, sequelae of ST-elevation myocardial infarction (MI) that are rarely seen in the era of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). We discuss here the epidemiology, natural history, workup, and recommended management for LV aneurysms and thrombi with reference to clinical guidelines. Our patient’s calcified LV aneurysm a… Show more
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