Myocardial Infarction Due to Coronary Artery Embolism in a Patient with a Mechanical Mitral Valve: A Case Report
Sara Abouradi, Asmaa Elamraoui, Zineb Eljaouhari, Salim Arrous, Ghali Bennouna & Rachida Habbal · Asian Journal of Cardiology Research · 2023
Background: Mechanical valves are inherently thrombogenic and require meticulous anticoagulation. Thrombosis of cardiac valve prostheses is a dangerous complication, that practitioners should clearly explain to their patients the potential risks of stopping treatment. Case Presen...