Acquired coronary artery disease in adult patients with congenital heart disease: a true or a false problem?

Conclusion: Acquired CAD may coexist with congenital heart defects but the association is quite rare. It typically occurs later during adulthood and it is usually associated with atrial septal defect. Acquired CAD and congenital heart defects can be treated contemporarily with good early and late results.
Source: Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine - Category: Cardiology Tags: Research articles Source Type: research