Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection

Authors

  • Muntajab Saleh Tishreen University

Abstract

Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is an infrequent and often missed diagnosis among patients presenting with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Unfortunately, SCAD can result in significant morbidities such as myocardial ischemia and infarction, ventricular arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death. Lack of angiographic recognition from clinicians is a major factor of under-diagnosis. With the advent of new imaging modalities, particularly with intracoronary imaging, there has been improved diagnosis of SCAD. The aim of this paper is to review the epidemiology, etiology, presentation, diagnosis and management of SCAD.

Author Biography

  • Muntajab Saleh, Tishreen University

    Associate Professor - Faculty of Medicine

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Published

2021-05-09

How to Cite

1.
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection. Tuj-hlth [Internet]. 2021 May 9 [cited 2026 Aug. 30];43(2). Available from: https://journal.latakia-univ.edu.sy/index.php/hlthscnc/article/view/10506

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