Abstract:Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), also referred to as SCAD, is an uncommon emergency condition that occurs when a tear forms in a blood vessel in the heart. SCAD has emerged as an important cause of acute coronary syndrome, myocardial infarction, and sudden cardiac death, particularly among individuals with few conventional atherosclerotic risk factors and young women. It is usually seen in females with pre-existing conditions such as connective tissue disease, systemic lupus erythematosus, and th… Show more
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