Angiology
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A 56-year-old man presented with acute pancreatitis and electrocardiographic abnormalities, suggesting acute inferior myocardial infarction. An emergent coronary angiogram showed normal coronary arteries. The clinical significance and therapeutic implications of this rare finding are discussed.
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Intracranial aneurysm (ICA) is a common condition but with a high mortality rate when rupture occurs. The treatment of ruptured or unruptured ICA, especially with an endovascular approach, has been evolving rapidly. ⋯ In addition, long-term follow-up data are required for the evaluation of the effectiveness of endovascular treatment in unruptured ICA. This review presents the current understanding of ICA, the selection of optimal treatment approaches, and in particular, the advances in endovascular embolization in the treatment of ICA, including embolic materials, therapeutic and assisting techniques, long-term effectiveness, and limitations.
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Anabolic-androgenic steroids are used worldwide to help athletes gain muscle mass and strength. Their use and abuse is associated with numerous side effects, including acute myocardial infarction (MI). We report a case of MI in a young 31-year-old bodybuilder. Because of the serious cardiovascular complications of anabolic steroids, physicians should be aware of their abuse and consequences.