Coronary artery disease Quiz: Ace Your Exams
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A 60-year-old man comes to the emergency department due to 20 minutes of crushing chest pain and diaphoresis that began suddenly while watching television. According to the patient’s partner, lately he has had occasional chest pain occurring during rest that resolved after a few minutes. Medical history is significant for hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus. The patient has not been taking medications as prescribed. The patient’s temperature is 37.0°C (98.6° F), pulse is 80/min, respirations are 20/min, and blood pressure is 135/85 mm Hg. The patient appears to be in acute distress and in pain. Cardiac examination shows an additional sound just prior to S1 on auscultation. ECG demonstrates ST segment elevation in leads V1-V5. While being prepared for percutaneous coronary intervention, the patient suddenly dies. Which of the following is the most likely cause of death in this patient?
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