Case of a Left Ventricular Free Wall Rupture - Occurred as a late complication of lateral ST-elevation myocardial infarction
We came across an interesting case of left ventricular free wall rupture at our institution. The occurrence of left ventricular free wall rupture in acute myocardial infarction decreased with the extent of interventional procedures of reperfusion, but it is still encountered in 1-2% of these patients. We are presenting the case of 55 years old male with left ventricular free wall rupture occurred as a late complication of lateral ST-elevated myocardial infarction. The aim of this case report is to highlight the main clinical features, the diagnostic value of the echocardiographic exam and the importance of early surgical intervention in a rare, but very dangerous condition, with persistent high mortality rates. In this context, we will review the current prevalence, clinical forms and prediction factors of left ventricular free wall rupture. Introduction: It has been reported that with the extension of interventional procedures of reperfusion the occurrence of left ventricular free w...