Progressive Aortic Regurgitation and Persistent Atrial Fibrillation in a Case of Bilateral Coronary Artery Fistulas Complicated by Acute Heart Failure and Pulmonary Hypertension - Takeaways - MDSpire

Progressive Aortic Regurgitation and Persistent Atrial Fibrillation in a Case of Bilateral Coronary Artery Fistulas Complicated by Acute Heart Failure and Pulmonary Hypertension

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  • Jixia Feng

  • Xiaorong Xia

  • Jiafu Li

  • Xuefeng Wang

  • April 28, 2026

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    Coronary artery fistula (CAF) is a rare cardiovascular anomaly that can lead to serious complications like arrhythmia and heart failure.

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    The case report details a 50-year-old male with progressive aortic regurgitation and persistent atrial fibrillation due to bilateral CAFs.

  • 3

    Diagnostic imaging confirmed bilateral coronary-to-pulmonary artery fistulas, contributing to the patient's acute heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.

  • 4

    The patient underwent successful catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation and transcatheter closure of the CAFs, resulting in improved clinical outcomes.

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    This case emphasizes the need for comprehensive cardiac evaluations and individualized treatment strategies for patients with CAFs and related conditions.

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Progressive Aortic Regurgitation and Persistent Atrial Fibrillation in a Case of Bilateral Coronary Artery Fistulas Complicated by Acute Heart Failure and Pulmonary Hypertension

  • by Jixia Feng, Xiaorong Xia, Jiafu Li, Xuefeng Wang

  • April 28, 2026

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