SCAD Norge
SCAD has emerged as an important cause of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) in women and a few conditions are known to predispose to SCAD, e-g- fibromuscular dysplasia. However, there are gaps in knowledge regarding risk factors for SCAD, how SCAD can be prevented and what constitutes optimal medical follow-up after SCAD.
A great concern is whether physical activity can be safely resumed after SCAD or not. Aerobic exercise and especially high intensity exercise have proven to be beneficial and safe in patients with post-myocardial infarction. This is not known for the SCAD population. Our study aims to address critical evidence gaps concerning the long-term outcomes and risk factors associated with SCAD. Specifically, we will investigate the exercise burden in individuals before SCAD, and whether physical activity following a SCAD episode is safe or not.
The aims of the study are to determine the long-term outcomes, hormonal influences and risk factors associated with spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), and to determine the effect of physical exercise among patients with SCAD.
Researchers involved
- Anna Sørlie, MD/PhD-fellow, OUS
- Project leader and main supervisor: Mette-Elise Estensen, MD/PhD, OUS
- Co-supervisor: Kristina Haugaa, MD/Professor, OUS/UiO
- Co-supervisor: Nina Eide Hasselberg, MD/PhD, OUS
Collaboration
- Nigussie Bogale, MD/PhD, Haukeland University Hospital
- Oliver Meyerdierks, MD/PhD, Akershus University Hospital