Coronary Vascular (DYS) Function and Invasive Physiology Assessment: Insights into Bolus and Continuous Thermodilution Methods

Abstract

A considerable number of patients with angina or myocardial ischemia have no significant coronary artery disease on invasive angiography. In recent years, several steps towards a better comprehension of the pathophysiology of these conditions, angina or ischemia with non-obstructive coronary arteries (ANOCA/INOCA), have been made. Nevertheless, several gaps in knowledge still remain. This review is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of ANOCA and INOCA, with a particular focus on pathophysiology, recent diagnostic innovations, gaps in knowledge and treatment modalities.

Keywords

• ANOCA
• INOCA
• MINOCA
• vasospastic angina
• microvascular angina
• coronary microvascular dysfunction