What Researchers Did
Researchers reported the case of a 42-year-old woman who experienced myocardial infarction with normal coronary arteries after carbon monoxide exposure.
What They Found
A 42-year-old female presented with neurologic deficits and a serum carboxyhemoglobin level of 18% after suspected carbon monoxide exposure. She showed serial changes in serum CK levels and ECG, with an echocardiogram revealing hypokinesia of the left ventricular apical lateral wall, despite a normal coronary arteriogram. The patient received hyperbaric oxygen therapy and was discharged with residual psychotic symptoms.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection.
Study Limitations
As a case report, the findings are limited to a single patient and cannot be generalized to a broader population.