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SPONTANEOUS CORONARY-ARTERY DISSECTION
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
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SCAD is characterized by the separation of the layers of a coronary artery wall due to intramural hemorrhage, which can lead to myocardial infarction. The article emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnosis and outlines the unique management strategies required for SCAD, which differ from those for traditional atherosclerotic conditions. It also discusses the long-term treatment approaches for patients with SCAD, including pharmacologic therapy and lifestyle modifications.
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