Adult isolated coronary artery ectasia: clinical features and long-term outcomes

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yihan Weng, Jiquan Xiao, Xiang He, Yusi Huang, Wenzhi Hu, Renshang Xu, Huimin M. Yu
DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2026.1757073
Cited by: 1
References: 43

Abstract

Background Adult isolated coronary artery ectasia (ICAE) is a rare disease characterized by dilation of coronary arteries in the absence of significant stenosis. Its long-term prognosis and optimal management remain unclear. This study aimed to investigate the clinical and long-term outcomes of adult ICAE compared to controls with normal coronary arteries. Methods This retrospective analysis utilized prospectively maintained coronary angiography databases at Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (2012–2022). ICAE was defined as ≥1.5 times dilation with

Fields of Study & Subjects

Kawasaki Disease and Coronary Complications Coronary Artery Anomalies Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics

Publication details

Journal / source
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
Publisher
Frontiers Media SA
Volume
13
Pages
1757073–1757073
Publication date
26 February 2026
Language
EN