Significant stenosis of the left anterior descending artery in a young woman without cardiovascular risk and with above-average physical activity (original) (raw)

A case study of a 39-year-old woman with significant stenosis of the left anterior descending artery (LAD) despite having no traditional cardiovascular risk factors and an above-average physical activity level. Despite normal cholesterol levels and a history of regular jogging, she presented with angina. Coronary angiography confirmed 85% stenosis in the proximal LAD, which was treated with angioplasty and a bioresorbable vascular scaffold. The findings highlight the need for awareness of potential coronary artery disease even in young, active individuals without typical risk factors.