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Diagnosis, risk assessment, and surgical planning of coronary artery anomalies by CT angiography

Cilt: 51 Sayı: 1 24 Şubat 2026
Atilla Orhan *, Ayşe Arı , Mustafa Koplay , Ömer Faruk Çiçek
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Diagnosis, risk assessment, and surgical planning of coronary artery anomalies by CT angiography

Abstract

Purpose: This study evaluates the role of coronary computed tomography (CT) angiography in diagnosis and management of coronary artery anomalies and explores demographic variations. Materials and Methods: A retrospective analysis of 2,786 patients undergoing Coronary CT angiography from November 2018 to October 2023 identified 53 cases (21 females, 32 males) of coronary artery anomalies. Anomalies were classified by origin, course, and structure. Imaging was performed using a dual-source CT scanner. Results: Coronary artery anomaly prevalence was 1.82%. The most common anomaly was a high take-off origin of the right coronary artery (41.5%). Left main anomalies were more frequent in males, while malignant courses occurred only in females (19%). Additional findings included coronary stenosis and diverticula. Coronary CT angiography provided critical 3D visualization for preoperative planning and revealed gender-specific differences, emphasizing the need for tailored approaches. Conclusion: Coronary CT angiography is an indispensable tool for diagnosing and characterizing coronary artery anomalies. Its non-invasive imaging allows for detailed preoperative evaluation, improving clinical and surgical outcomes. This study underscores the importance of addressing demographic variations and highlights the need for standardized protocols and further multicenter research.

Keywords

Coronary artery anomalies , Coronary imaging , coronary CT angiography , Coronary surgery

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Kalp ve Damar Cerrahisi

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yazarlar

Erken Görünüm Tarihi

24 Şubat 2026

Yayımlanma Tarihi

24 Şubat 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

3 Eylül 2025

Kabul Tarihi

3 Ocak 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 51 Sayı: 1

DOI

https://doi.org/10.17826/cumj.1777101

IZ

https://izlik.org/JA83RB93CU

Kaynak Göster

RIS / Bibtex
MLA
Orhan, Atilla, vd. “Diagnosis, risk assessment, and surgical planning of coronary artery anomalies by CT angiography”. Cukurova Medical Journal, c. 51, sy 1, Mart 2026, ss. 226-33, doi:10.17826/cumj.1777101.
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