Abstract

Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is an idiopathic, non-atherosclerotic, and non-inflammatory systemic arterial disease which can affect all 3 layers of the small and medium-sized arteries. It can present as stenosis, aneurysm, dissection, or occlusion. FMD is more prevalent in women than in men. The medial type, described as a “string of beads appearance,” as documented in this case study, presents as a succession of dilatations and multifocal stenosis. This is the most common form and occurs in typically 60% to 70% of cases. We present a case report documenting an incidental finding of FMD within an upper limb forearm artery following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).

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