Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal

Transient Brugada Like after Scorpion Sting: An Unexpected Connection

Rim Zerhoudi, Khaoula Bourzeg, Ayoub MOUHSSINE, Joumana Elmasrioui, Mohammed El Jamili, Sofia OUBAHA & Mustapha Elhattaoui · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

Introduction: Brugada syndrome was described in 1992 as a new clinical and electrocardiographic syndrome involving susceptibility to ventricular arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death in patients without obvious structural heart disease. Brugada phenocopy (BrP) is an evolving term...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4450

A Case of Massive Haemoptysis due to Aneurysm of Left Pulmonary Artery in Patient of COVID 19 with Invasive Fungal Infection

H.B. Prasad & Prasad Jain · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

The occurrence of hemoptysis in patients with COVID-19 and associated fungal infections is not uncommon. Patients may experience mild to massive hemoptysis depending on the underlying cause. We present a case of a middle-aged male who developed severe respiratory distress syndrom...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4449

Ischemic Stroke Unveiling Takayasu Arteritis Complicated by Coronary Arteritis: A Case Study

Boucetta Abdellah, EL FAKIHI Ismail, SALEH Obeida, BOUZIANE Maha, Haboub Meriem & Habbal Rachida · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

Context: We present the case of a 38-year-old woman admitted for ischemic stroke. Etiological evaluation revealed halo signs on transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), suggestive of Takayasu arteritis. Case Presentation: During hospitalization, the patient developed chest pain, e...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4448

Bilateral Adrenal Hemorrhage in a Patient Anticoagulated with Apixaban for Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS): A Rare Case Report

Boucetta Abdellah, Siyam Hamady, AL Fakihi Ismail, Abdelani Badr, Abdenasser Drighil, Maha bouziane & Rachida Habbal · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

Context: Adrenal hemorrhage is a recognized yet rare complication associated with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), an autoimmune disorder characterized by the presence of antiphospholipid antibodies that increase the risk of thrombosis. The incidence of adrenal hemorrhage in pati...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4447

From Tamponade to Triumph: LA Rupture Resulting in Cardiac Tamponade during BMV Successfully Managed with Device Closure, Followed by Successful BMV

Kalyan Munde, Hariom Kolapkar, Anant Munde, Prasad Jain, Mohan Paliwal & Anagh T S · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

The main objective of Balloon Mitral Valvuloplasty (BMV) is to relieve the symptoms of Mitral stenosis (MS) by percutaneous approach and avoiding valve replacement surgery. However, complications like rupture of the Aortic root or heart chamber can lead to hemopericardium and eve...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4446

Atypical Presentation of Pre-excited Atrial Fibrillation in an Elderly Patient: A Case Report

Hamza Karmouchi, Badr Abdalani & Mohammed El Ghali Bennouna · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

Pre-excited atrial fibrillation (AF) is a significant clinical condition associated with Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome, characterized by an accessory pathway that enables rapid conduction of atrial fibrillatory waves to the ventricles, leading to dangerously elevated ventr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4445

Historical Left Atrial Myxoma Causing an Obstructive Shock

Eljazouli Ali, Nachid Mohammed, Kamal Haless, Salim Arous, Ghali Benouna, Abdenasser Drighil & Habbal Rachida · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

Learning Objectives: - Explore the clinical presentation and diagnosis of cardiac myxoma. -Find out the potential complications of cardiac myxoma, such as embolic events and heart failure. -Understanding the role of echocardiography in the diagnosis and management of cardiac myxo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4443

Acute Limb Ischemia as a Complication of Early Infectious Endocarditis Following Surgical Closure of an Atrial Septal Defect: Case Analysis and Literature Review

A. Boucetta, S. Hamady, O. Saleh, S. AROUS, A. DRIGHIL & R. HABBAL · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

Background: This study reports the case of a 47-year-old woman who presented with acute pain and coldness in the left lower limb, occurring 5 months after a surgical closure of an atrial septal defect (ASD). Initial examination suggested acute limb ischemia. Methods: Doppler ultr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4444

Successful Coronary Interventions with the Ingenious Vector\(\circledR\) Balloon in Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO): A Preliminary Study

Bhavik S. Shah, Dhiraj Kumar & Ajay U. Mahajan · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

Aims: To assess the safety and plausibility of successful coronary interventions in Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) with the innovative Vector\(\circledR\) balloon through balloon-assisted crossing technique. Study Design: Observational, prospective study. Place and Duration of Stu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4442

Clinical Presentation and Prognosis of Infective Endocarditis Prosthesis: A Retrospective Study in a Tertiary Cardiology Center

Abdelkarim AIT YAHYA, Moukhtar Ben Kabbour, Mohamed ZTATI, Mohammed El Jamili, Saloua El Karimi & Mustapha El Hattaoui · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2024

Introduction: Prosthetic valve endocarditis (PVE) is a serious infection involving the prosthetic heart valve and the endocardium. It carries high morbidity and mortality, especially in patients with mechanical valves. Aim of the Study: To investigate the clinical, biological, ba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2024/v13i4441