Thrombus formation in the left ventricle after large myocardial infarction – assessment with cardiac magnetic resonance imaging

Thrombus formation in the left ventricle after large myocardial infarction – assessment with cardiac magnetic resonance imaging

INTRODUCTION: Left ventricular thrombus (LVT) formation may worsen the post-infarct outcome as a result of thromboembolic events. It also complicates the use of modern antiplatelet regimens, which are not compatible with long-term oral anticoagulation. The knowledge of the incidence of LVT may the...

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Main Authors: Daniel Sürder, Valentin Gisler, Roberto Corti, Tiziano Moccetti, Catherine Klersy, Michel Zuber, Stephan Windecker, Aris Moschovitis, Sebastian Kozerke, Thomas Felix Lüscher, Paul Erne, Robert Manka
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SMW supporting association (Trägerverein Swiss Medical Weekly SMW) 2015-06-01
Series:Swiss Medical Weekly
Subjects:
myocardial infarction
magnetic resonance imaging
coronary thrombosis
Anticoagulants
Online Access:https://www.smw.ch/index.php/smw/article/view/2041

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