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Kounis Syndrome Leading to Cardiac Arrest After Iodinated Contrast Exposure

Authors :
Anthony R. Prisco, MD, PhD
Jason Allen, MD
Alejandra Gutierrez, MD
Alexander Zanotto, MD
Demetris Yannopoulos, MD
Jeremy Markowitz, MD
Jason A. Bartos, MD, PhD
Source :
JACC: Case Reports, Vol 2, Iss 4, Pp 626-629 (2020)
Publication Year :
2020
Publisher :
Elsevier, 2020.

Abstract

Immune-mediated coronary spasm, called Kounis syndrome (KS), is not rare but is underdiagnosed. In this report, we present a case of KS induced by iodinated contrast resulting in cardiac arrest, requiring temporary mechanical circulatory support. We show angiographic evidence of KS and outline commonly associated clinical features that may predict KS. (Level of Difficulty: Beginner.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
26660849
Volume :
2
Issue :
4
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
JACC: Case Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.235e7d10f7634ccba292641f7cf720ee
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaccas.2019.12.044