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Left Ventricular Thrombus Post-MI: A Critical Complication After an acute MI, the injured myocardium can create a pro-thrombotic environment, leading to left ventricular thrombus (LVT) formation. Key Points: · Risk Period: Highest in the first weeks following a large anterior ST-elevation MI. · Primary Concern: Systemic embolization, most critically causing stroke. · Management: Requires prompt imaging (echo/CMR) and immediate initiation of anticoagulation therapy. Awareness, early detection, an