# Coronary Fistula Between the Left Anterior Descending Coronary Artery and the Pulmonary Artery: A Case Report

**Authors:** Mohammad Qaiser Aziz Khan, Iman Muhammad Tahir, Vijay Kumar, Marium Nastaeen Sarhandi, Ariful Haque

PMC · DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71418 · 2025-11-09

## TL;DR

This case report highlights the importance of timely diagnosis and innovative techniques in managing a rare coronary artery fistula.

## Contribution

The paper presents a novel case emphasizing the use of intraoperative fluoroscopy in resource-limited settings for treating coronary fistulas.

## Key findings

- Advanced imaging and multidisciplinary care improve treatment accuracy for coronary artery fistulas.
- Intraoperative fluoroscopy can be a successful innovation when resources are limited.
- Early recognition of coronary artery fistulas prevents complications and guides clinical decisions.

## Abstract

Timely diagnosis and management of coronary artery fistulas are vital to prevent complications. Advanced imaging and multidisciplinary care aid accurate treatment. Clinicians should consider coronary artery fistula in unexplained cardiac symptoms. When resources are limited, innovation like intraoperative fluoroscopy can ensure success. Always seek clarity when in doubt to guide clinical decisions.

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** coronary artery fistula (MESH:D003324), cardiac (MESH:D006331)

## Figures

3 figures with captions in the complete paper: https://tomesphere.com/paper/PMC12998264/full.md

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Source: https://tomesphere.com/paper/PMC12998264