A Rare Presentation of Primary Antiphospholipid Syndrome
Journal Title: Oman Medical Journal - Year 2009, Vol 24, Issue 4
Abstract
This case presents a young patient with myocardial infarction, in-situ thrombosis of left anterior descending coronary artery and right common-iliac artery due to primary antiphospholipid syndrome. This report discusses the relationship between antiphospholipid antibodies and coronary artery disease along with management of this rare condition.
Authors and Affiliations
Panduranga Prashanth, Mohammed Mukhaini, Abdulla Riyami
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- EP ID EP83498
- DOI 10.5001/omj.2009.61
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