Coronary Conundrum: Anomalous Pan-Coronary Origin from the Right Sinus with a “Type X” Dual LAD

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Authors: J. ABHINAND, Anil Kumar Choudhary, Neeraj Rao, Shrividya Rao, Devesh Kumar
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Abstract

A 49-year-old man presented with acute onset chest pain and new-onset right bundle branch block. Echocardiography revealed mild apical hypokinesia with an ejection fraction of 45%. Coronary angiography showed all three major coronary arteries originating from the right coronary sinus with normal flow. Further evaluation identified an obstructed accessory left anterior descending (LAD) artery arising from the left sinus. Successful wire crossing, balloon dilatation, and deployment of a drug-eluting stent restored TIMI 3 flow. Subsequent computed tomography angiography confirmed a rare Type X dual LAD anatomy. This case highlights the importance of recognizing uncommon coronary artery anomalies since they may significantly influence diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Coronary Artery Anomalies Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics

Publication details

Journal / source
Methodist DeBakey Cardiovascular Journal
Volume
22
Issue
1
Pages
19–21
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN