Myocardial Bridging

Overview

A malformation that is characterized by a muscle bridge over a segment of the CORONARY ARTERIES. Systolic contractions of the muscle bridge can lead to narrowing of coronary artery; coronary compression; MYOCARDIAL ISCHEMIA; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; and SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH.

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Quick facts about Myocardial Bridging

Topic type

Condition

Category

Cardiology

MeSH classification

C14.240.400.210.500|C14.280.400.210.500|C16.131.240.400.210.500

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