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Stanojevic D, Apostolovic S, Kostic T, Mitov V, Kutlesic-Kurtovic D, Kovacevic M, Stanojevic J, Milutinovic S, Beleslin B. A review of the risk and precipitating factors for spontaneous coronary artery dissection. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1273301. [PMID: 38169687 PMCID: PMC10758453 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1273301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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Introduction Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) accounts for 1%-4% of cases of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). SCAD is caused by separation occurring within or between any of the three tunics of the coronary artery wall. This leads to intramural hematoma and/or formation of false lumen in the artery, which leads to ischemic changes or infarction of the myocardium. The incidence of SCAD is higher in women than in men, with a ratio of approximately 9:1. It is estimated that SCAD is responsible for 35% of ACS cases in women under the age of 60. The high frequency is particularly observed during pregnancy and in the peripartum period (first week). Traditional risk factors are rare in patients with SCAD, except for hypertension. Patients diagnosed with SCAD have different combinations of risk factors compared with patients who have atherosclerotic changes in their coronary arteries. We presented the most common so-called "non-traditional" risk factors associated with SCAD patients. Risk factors and precipitating disorders which are associated with SCAD In the literature, there are few diseases frequently associated with SCAD, and they are identified as predisposing factors. The predominant cause is fibromuscular dysplasia, followed by inherited connective tissue disorders, systemic inflammatory diseases, pregnancy, use of sex hormones or steroids, use of cocaine or amphetamines, thyroid disorders, migraine, and tinnitus. In recent years, the genetic predisposition for SCAD is also recognized as a predisposing factor. The precipitating factors are also different in women (emotional stress) compared with those in men (physical stress). Women experiencing SCAD frequently describe symptoms of anxiety and depression. These conditions could increase shear stress on the arterial wall and dissection of the coronary artery wall. Despite the advancement of SCAD, we can find significant differences in the clinical presentation between women and men. Conclusion When evaluating patients with chest pain or other ACS symptoms who have a low cardiovascular risk, particularly female patients, it is important to consider the possibility of ACS due to SCAD, particularly in conditions often associated with SCAD. This will increase the recognition of SCAD and the timely treatment of affected patients.
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- Clinic for Cardiology, University Clinical Center Nis, Nis, Serbia
- Internal Medicine Department, Medical Faculty University of Nis, Nis, Serbia
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- Clinic for Cardiology, University Clinical Center Nis, Nis, Serbia
- Internal Medicine Department, Medical Faculty University of Nis, Nis, Serbia
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- Department for Cardiovascular Diseases, Health Center Zajecar, Zajecar, Serbia
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- Clinic for Cardiology, Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases Vojvodina, Novi Sad, Serbia
- Internal Medicine Department, Medical Faculty University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
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- Internal Medicine Department, Medical Faculty University of Nis, Nis, Serbia
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- Internal Medicine Residency Program, Florida State University College of Medicine, Cape Coral, FL, United States
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- Clinic for Cardiology, University Clinical Centre Serbia, Belgrade, Serbia
- Internal Medicine Department, Medical Faculty Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection: A Review of Epidemiology, Pathophysiology and Principles of Management. Curr Probl Cardiol 2023; 48:101682. [PMID: 36893966 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpcardiol.2023.101682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/09/2023]
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a sudden rupture of coronary artery wall leading to false lumen and intramural hematoma formation. It commonly occurs in young and middle-aged women lacking typical cardiovascular risk factors. Fibromuscular dysplasia and pregnancy are strongly associated with SCAD. To date, the "inside-out" and "outside-in" are the two proposed hypothesis for the pathogenesis of SCAD. Coronary angiography is the gold standard and first line diagnostic test. Three types of SCAD have been described according to coronary angiogram. Intracoronary imaging modalities are reserved for patients with ambiguous diagnosis or to guide percutaneous coronary intervention view the increased risk of secondary iatrogenic dissection. The management of SCAD includes conservative approach, coronary revascularization strategies accounting for percutaneous coronary intervention and coronary artery bypass graft, and long-term follow-up. The overall prognosis of patients with SCAD is favorable marked by a spontaneous healing in a large proportion of cases.
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Vieira JT, Besteiro B, Faceira A, Marques P, Almeida JS. Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection in a Patient With Cushing's Disease. Cureus 2023; 15:e36370. [PMID: 37082481 PMCID: PMC10113021 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.36370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/18/2023] [Indexed: 04/22/2023] Open
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is an uncommon cause of acute myocardial infarction, caused by a non-traumatic and non-iatrogenic separation of the coronary arterial wall, especially amongst young women with no conventional cardiovascular risk factors. We describe the case of a 46-year-old woman with a past medical history of Cushing's disease, treated surgically, who presented with SCAD. Cushing's disease is not considered a traditional risk factor for SCAD. As there are reported cases of arterial dissections associated with this entity and common causes of SCAD were excluded, we hypothesized that the patient's past medical history may have contributed to SCAD. To the best of our knowledge, there are no other reported cases of Cushing's disease-associated SCAD.
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- Joana T Vieira
- Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, PRT
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- Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, PRT
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- Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, PRT
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- Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, PRT
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- Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João, Porto, PRT
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Khiatah B, Jazayeri S, Yamamoto N, Burt T, Frugoli A, Brooks DL. Cardiovascular disease in women: A review of spontaneous coronary artery dissection. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e30433. [PMID: 36197250 PMCID: PMC9509023 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000030433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Research has demonstrated the disproportionate quality of care for women with cardiovascular disease. These findings have prompted a renewed focus on cardiovascular disease awareness and disease prevention in women. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a significant cause of myocardial infarction (MI) and sudden death that primarily affects women. ongoing research has led to improved diagnostic capabilities and changes in approaches to initial and long-term management most importantly this research has provided evidence that SCAD is more common than previously thought and must be evaluated and treated differently from atherosclerotic MI. The difference between SCAD and atherosclerotic MI is highlighted in high rates of recurrent disease, gender distribution, association with exogenous hormones, pregnancy, migraine, physical and emotional stress triggers, concurrent systemic arteriopathies, and connective tissue disease. In this review, we provide updated insights and a summary of the epidemiology, risk factors, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, and recurrence prevention of SCAD. We aim to provide a review of SCAD as a focus on cardiovascular disease awareness and disease prevention in women.
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- Bashar Khiatah
- Community Memorial Hospital, Internal Medicine Department, Ventura, CA, USA
- *Correspondence: Bashar Khiatah, Community Memorial Hospital, Internal Medicine Department, 147 N Brent St, Ventura, CA 93003, USA (e-mail: )
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- Community Memorial Hospital, Internal Medicine Department, Ventura, CA, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Western University, Pomona, CA, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Western University, Pomona, CA, USA
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- Community Memorial Hospital, Internal Medicine Department, Ventura, CA, USA
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Huang H, Ma X, Xu L, Wang X, Shi D, Zhao F, Zhang Y. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection and atherosclerosis in a young man with systemic lupus erythematosus: A case report and literature review. Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 9:951188. [PMID: 36035908 PMCID: PMC9402264 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.951188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 07/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a rare coronary artery disease that frequently occurs in young, female patients without risk factors, and conservative treatment is often recommended for its management. The patient reported here is a male patient with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Case summary We described a 28-year-old man with SLE who presented with acute ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), and was diagnosed with SCAD through a long dissection of the left anterior descending branch (LAD) by coronary angiography. The patient was treated with percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with stent implantation. Ten years later, he developed in-stent stenosis and other coronary atherosclerosis and was retreated with PCIs. Based on this case and according to the literature review, the existing treatment and prognosis of SLE with spontaneous coronary artery dissection and atherosclerosis are discussed. Conclusion Cardiovascular complications should be considered in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, although they may not initially be atherosclerotic diseases. Attention should be paid to distinguish spontaneous coronary dissection in order to minimize missed or delayed diagnoses and take appropriate managements, as well as the development of atherosclerosis in SLE patients, and timely intervention has a better prognosis.
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- Hongbo Huang
- Graduate School of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Chinese Medicine Cardiology, Xiyuan Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Chinese Medicine Cardiology, Xiyuan Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Graduate School of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Chinese Medicine Cardiology, Xiyuan Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Chinese Medicine Cardiology, Xiyuan Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Chinese Medicine Cardiology, Xiyuan Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- *Correspondence: Dazhuo Shi
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- National Clinical Research Center for Chinese Medicine Cardiology, Xiyuan Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Fuhai Zhao
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- National Clinical Research Center for Chinese Medicine Cardiology, Xiyuan Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Ying Zhang
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Zhang N, Shao C, Pan Y, Xiong G, Wang J, Liu Z, Chen B. Multiple Spontaneous Visceral Arterial Dissections in a Patient With Tolosa-Hunt Syndrome on Corticosteroid Therapy. Ann Vasc Surg 2021; 74:523.e1-523.e7. [PMID: 33838239 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2021.01.107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2020] [Revised: 01/17/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Multiple spontaneous visceral arterial dissections are an infrequent occurrence. The etiology, risk factors and natural history of these dissections have not been elucidated, and the optimal therapeutic strategy has not been established. We report a rare case of multiple spontaneous visceral arterial dissections involving the celiac artery, splenic artery, superior mesenteric artery, and right renal artery in a patient with Tolosa-Hunt syndrome on short-term corticosteroid therapy. The patient was subjected to conservative treatment and endovascular repair, achieving good clinical and radiological outcomes during the long-term follow-up period.
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- Naiding Zhang
- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Science and Research, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, 2nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection: Overview of pathophysiology. Trends Cardiovasc Med 2021; 32:92-100. [PMID: 33453416 DOI: 10.1016/j.tcm.2021.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2020] [Revised: 01/06/2021] [Accepted: 01/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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The growing use of imaging examinations has led to increased detection of spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) as a non-atherosclerotic cause of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Since a greater awareness of pathophysiologic mechanisms has relevant implications in clinical practice, we aim to provide an update to current knowledge of SCAD pathophysiology. We discuss the most common conditions associated with SCAD, including predisposing factors and triggers, and focus on potential mechanisms leading to SCAD development. Furthermore, we report the main genetic research findings that have shed further light on SCAD pathophysiology. Finally, we summarize practical considerations in SCAD management based on pathophysiologic insights.
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Clinical features and prognosis of patients with spontaneous coronary artery dissection. Int J Cardiol 2020; 312:33-36. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2020.03.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2020] [Revised: 03/14/2020] [Accepted: 03/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Haruta S, Arai K. Acute Myocardial Infarction Caused by Coronary Spasm and Dissection Treated with Medical Therapy. Int Heart J 2020; 61:169-173. [PMID: 31956146 DOI: 10.1536/ihj.19-319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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We report the case of a 33-year-old woman with no history of coronary risk factors or chest pain who experienced intermittent chest pain at rest for several minutes from 2 PM. At 8 AM the next day, chest pain recurred and persisted for about 1 hour. She was transported to our hospital by ambulance, where electrocardiogram showed ST-elevation in the precordial leads, and blood tests showed elevation of cardiac markers. She was diagnosed with ST-elevation myocardial infarction. Because she was a young woman without any risk factors, coronary spastic angina was suspected. Coronary angiography without intracoronary nitrate administration revealed diffuse 75% stenosis in the proximal right coronary artery (RCA) and diffuse 90% stenosis in the left anterior descending artery (LAD). A coronary spasm provocation test elicited chest pain; coronary angiography showed 99% diffuse stenosis of LAD; and electrocardiogram showed precordial ST-segment elevation. Although intracoronary nitroglycerin injection attenuated the coronary spasm in the RCA and proximal LAD, 90% stenosis and coronary dissection were observed in the midportion of the LAD. When the imaging test that was carried out before the provocation test was reexamined, the dissection was recognized, and there was no clear dissection progress after the test. Intravascular ultrasound showed dissection of the LAD, as did angiography. We treated the patient using medical therapy instead of percutaneous coronary intervention.The patient did not suffer any anginal attack and improved sufficiently to be discharged. She remained free of attacks for about 10 years to the present time, and follow-up is continuing.
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- Shoji Haruta
- Department of Cardiology, Tokyo Women's Medical University, Yachiyo Medical Center
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- Department of Cardiology, Tokyo Women's Medical University, Yachiyo Medical Center
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Kireev K, Genkel V, Kuznetsova A, Sadykov R. Multivessel spontaneous coronary artery dissection in a patient after mild COVID-19: A case report. SAGE Open Med Case Rep 2020; 8:2050313X20975989. [PMID: 35154771 PMCID: PMC8826099 DOI: 10.1177/2050313x20975989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2020] [Accepted: 11/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is characterized by heterogeneity of possible cardiovascular manifestations. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection is a rare cause of acute coronary syndrome, the development of which in patients with COVID-19 has been described and studied insufficiently. A 35-year-old male patient presented to our hospital with an acute coronary syndrome a few weeks after mild COVID-19. According to coronary angiography, a dissection of ramus intermedius was detected. Successful stenting was performed. Subsequently, the patient had relapses of chest pain, which led to two repeated coronary angiographies. The patient had been diagnosed with consecutive dissections of right coronary artery and distal branch of ramus intermedius. Repeated stenting of dissected segments of right coronary artery and ramus intermedius was not performed. Afterward, the patient’s condition remained stable and he was successfully discharged. One of the main pathophysiological mechanisms of cardiovascular complications in COVID-19 is probably the virus-triggered hyperinflammation and massive release of cytokines. A systemic inflammatory response may initiate inflammation of the vascular wall and other target tissues. The results of histological studies confirm the direct infection of endothelial cells 2019-nCoV with the development of diffuse endothelial inflammation (endotheliitis). It is possible that in patients with a genetic predisposition to artery dissection, COVID-19 may be a trigger of spontaneous coronary artery dissection.
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- Konstantin Kireev
- South Ural State Medical University, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation
- Railway Clinical Hospital on Station Chelyabinsk of JSC Russian Railways, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation
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- South Ural State Medical University, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation
- Railway Clinical Hospital on Station Chelyabinsk of JSC Russian Railways, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation
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- South Ural State Medical University, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation
- Railway Clinical Hospital on Station Chelyabinsk of JSC Russian Railways, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation
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- Railway Clinical Hospital on Station Chelyabinsk of JSC Russian Railways, Chelyabinsk, Russian Federation
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Martins JL, Silva J, Paiva L, Costa M, Gonçalves L. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection: "To stent or not to stent, that is the question". Rev Port Cardiol 2019; 38:609.e1-609.e7. [PMID: 31694785 DOI: 10.1016/j.repc.2017.06.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2017] [Revised: 06/20/2017] [Accepted: 06/22/2017] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection is a rare cause of acute coronary syndrome that typically occurs in relatively young patients without classical cardiovascular risk factors for coronary artery disease. The etiology appears to be multifactorial and optimal management is not clearly established, so the treatment strategy is often selected based on clinical presentation and coronary anatomy. We present two cases of spontaneous coronary artery dissection with different initial approaches, highlighting the importance of a case-by-case assessment.
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- Centro Hospitalar Universitário Coimbra, Hospital Geral, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Centro Hospitalar Universitário Coimbra, Hospital Geral, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Centro Hospitalar Universitário Coimbra, Hospital Geral, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Centro Hospitalar Universitário Coimbra, Hospital Geral, Coimbra, Portugal
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Luís Martins J, Silva J, Paiva L, Costa M, Gonçalves L. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection: “To stent or not to stent, that is the question”. REVISTA PORTUGUESA DE CARDIOLOGIA (ENGLISH EDITION) 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.repce.2017.06.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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Introduction: Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is an increasingly appreciated cause of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and sudden cardiac death most often affecting young to middle-aged women with few conventional cardiovascular risk factors. Areas covered: A literature search was performed using MedLine, PubMed, and Google Scholar (dating to 04/30/2019). Authors review the key clinical features of SCAD and highlight what is known regarding its pathophysiology and associated factors. The relationship between SCAD and other systemic vasculopathies, notably fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is also discussed. Authors also mention the management of acute SCAD along with considerations for long term follow-up such as chest pain syndrome, extracoronary vasculopathy screening, and recurrent SCAD. Expert opinion: Our understanding regarding the association of SCAD and other arteriopathies such as FMD is anticipated to grow. In addition, progress is likely to be made in our efforts to predict recurrent SCAD risk and define potential preventative strategies, possibly through the incorporation of adjunctive imaging.
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- Nicholas Y Tan
- a Department of Cardiovascular Diseases , Mayo Clinic , Rochester , MN , USA
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- a Department of Cardiovascular Diseases , Mayo Clinic , Rochester , MN , USA
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Gilhofer TS, Saw J. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection: a review of complications and management strategies. Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther 2019; 17:275-291. [DOI: 10.1080/14779072.2019.1598261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- Thomas S. Gilhofer
- Division of Cardiology, Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Division of Cardiology, Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Krittanawong C, Kumar A, Johnson KW, Luo Y, Yue B, Wang Z, Bhatt DL. Conditions and Factors Associated With Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (from a National Population-Based Cohort Study). Am J Cardiol 2019; 123:249-253. [PMID: 30477805 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2018.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2018] [Revised: 09/27/2018] [Accepted: 10/02/2018] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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The pathophysiology of spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is heterogeneous, associated with systemic arteriopathies and inflammatory diseases, and often compounded by environmental precipitants, genetics, or stressors. However, the frequency of these associated conditions with SCAD on a population level remains unknown. Therefore, the objective of this analysis was to evaluate heterogeneous phenotypes of SCAD in the United States using data from the Nationwide Inpatient Sample collected from January 1, 2004, to September 31, 2015. Among 66,360 patients diagnosed with SCAD, the mean age was 63.1 ± 13.2 years and 44.2% were women. A total of 3,415 (5.14%) had depression, 670 (1.0%) had rheumatoid arthritis, 640 (0.96%) had anxiety, 545 (0.82%) had a migraine disorder, 440 (0.66%) used steroids, 385 (0.58%) had malignant hypertension, 280 (0.42%) had systemic lupus erythematosus, 250 (0.38%) had cocaine abuse, 215 (0.32%) had hypertensive heart or renal disease, 130 (0.19%) had coronary spasm, 105 (0.16%) had fibromuscular dysplasia, 85 (0.13%) had Crohn's disease, 75 (0.11%) had celiac disease, 60 (0.09%) had adult autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, 60 (0.09%) had hormone replacement therapy, 55 (0.08%) had sarcoidosis, 55 (0.08%) had amphetamine abuse, 15 (0.02%) had granulomatosis polyangiitis, 10 (0.02%) had α1-antitrypsin deficiency, 10 (0.02%) had Marfan syndrome, 10 (0.02%) had Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, 10 (0.02%) had Kawasaki disease, 10 (0.02%) had polyarteritis nodosa, and 5 (0.01%) had multiparity. In conclusion, most cases of SCAD had no apparent concomitant arteriopathy, inflammatory disorder, or evident risk factor.
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Macaya F, Salinas P, Gonzalo N, Fernández-Ortiz A, Macaya C, Escaned J. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection: contemporary aspects of diagnosis and patient management. Open Heart 2018; 5:e000884. [PMID: 30487978 PMCID: PMC6241978 DOI: 10.1136/openhrt-2018-000884] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2018] [Revised: 08/29/2018] [Accepted: 08/31/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection is an increasingly recognised cause of acute coronary syndromes, especially in young and middle-age women. Recognising its particularities and differences with atherosclerotic disease is central for appropriately identifying and approaching these patients. The authors review the current state of knowledge on spontaneous coronary artery dissection and provide practical recommendations for the diagnosis and management of this condition, both in the acute and convalescence phases.
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- Fernando Macaya
- Servicio de Cardiología, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Universidad Complutense, IdISSC, Madrid, Spain
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- Servicio de Cardiología, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Universidad Complutense, IdISSC, Madrid, Spain
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- Servicio de Cardiología, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Universidad Complutense, IdISSC, Madrid, Spain
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- Servicio de Cardiología, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Universidad Complutense, IdISSC, Madrid, Spain
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- Servicio de Cardiología, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Universidad Complutense, IdISSC, Madrid, Spain
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- Servicio de Cardiología, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Universidad Complutense, IdISSC, Madrid, Spain
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a non-inflammatory, non-atherosclerotic cause of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) that, by definition, is not iatrogenic or due to trauma. It is a condition that predominantly affects pre- or perimenopausal women without the traditional risk factors for cardiovascular disease. PURPOSE OF REVIEW: In this review, we will discuss the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of this condition, with an emphasis on the ongoing research needed to better understand how to care for patients with SCAD. RECENT FINDINGS: There is a paucity of data related to this condition. However, an American Heart Association consensus statement has recently been released that provides helpful insight. There has also been better characterization of pregnancy-associated SCAD. We have learned much about SCAD over the last decade and greatly increased the identification of this condition by first responders and physicians through research and patient advocacy. However, there is much we still do not know about this condition, and further research, using larger numbers of patients, is greatly needed to better understand this condition.
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- Sahar Naderi
- Division of Cardiology, Kaiser Northern California, 2238 Geary Boulevard, 8th Floor, San Francisco, CA, USA.
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Adlam D, Alfonso F, Maas A, Vrints C. European Society of Cardiology, acute cardiovascular care association, SCAD study group: a position paper on spontaneous coronary artery dissection. Eur Heart J 2018; 39:3353-3368. [PMID: 29481627 PMCID: PMC6148526 DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehy080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 389] [Impact Index Per Article: 64.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2017] [Revised: 10/19/2017] [Accepted: 02/07/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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- David Adlam
- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, University of Leicester and NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre, Glenfield Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Department of Cardiology, Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Cardiology, Women's Cardiac Health, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- University of Antwerp - Antwerp University Hospital, Wilrijkstraat 10, Edegem, Belgium
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Buscaglia A, Travaglio N, Tini G, Bezante G, Balbi M, Brunelli C. Urgent Cesarean Delivery Following a Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CASE REPORTS 2018; 19:956-961. [PMID: 30108198 PMCID: PMC6106692 DOI: 10.12659/ajcr.909821] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2018] [Accepted: 05/23/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Spontaneous coronary artery dissection is the most common etiology of pregnancy-associated myocardial infarction. It is characterized by high rates of maternal morbidity and mortality and may cause fetal complications and death as well. CASE REPORT A 44-year-old female (G2P1) suffered from pregnancy-related spontaneous coronary artery dissection with dissection of distal left anterior descending coronary artery. The patient was hemodynamically stable and did not required revascularization, but signs of fetal distress were detected and thus an urgent cesarean delivery was performed. This emergency procedure was undertaken in the catheterization laboratory (Cath-Lab) right after coronary angiography, thanks to a multidisciplinary team. Health conditions of the newborn were good. The patient instead suffered from a recurrence of spontaneous coronary artery dissection 6 days later, complicated by left ventricular apical thrombus and epistenocardial pericarditis. The dissection self-healed in 1 month. CONCLUSIONS Careful evaluation of pregnancy-related spontaneous coronary artery dissection is needed to assess and manage both maternal and fetal complications. Under specific circumstances, a cesarean delivery may be required and be even performed in the Cath-Lab after coronary catheterization.
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- Angelo Buscaglia
- Clinic of Cardiovascular Disease, San Martino Policlinic Hospital, University of Genova, Genova, Italy
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- Clinic of Cardiovascular Disease, San Martino Policlinic Hospital, University of Genova, Genova, Italy
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- Clinic of Cardiovascular Disease, San Martino Policlinic Hospital, University of Genova, Genova, Italy
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- Clinic of Cardiovascular Disease, San Martino Policlinic Hospital, University of Genova, Genova, Italy
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- Clinic of Cardiovascular Disease, San Martino Policlinic Hospital, University of Genova, Genova, Italy
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- Clinic of Cardiovascular Disease, San Martino Policlinic Hospital, University of Genova, Genova, Italy
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Yirerong JA, Hurlburt H. Spontaneous coronary artery dissection in a man with intense coughing spasms. BMJ Case Rep 2018; 2018:bcr-2018-225932. [DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2018-225932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Chung SE, Yoon TH, Lee KM, Kim HG, Kim BJ. A case report of multiple cervical artery dissection after peripheral type facial palsy and use of steroids. BMC Neurol 2018; 18:74. [PMID: 29807531 PMCID: PMC5971422 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-018-1080-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2017] [Accepted: 05/22/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background Cervical artery dissection is one of the most important causes of ischemic stroke in young age patients. However, multiple cervical artery dissection simultaneously involving the anterior and posterior circulation is uncommon. Here, we would like to report a case of a patient with bilateral vertebral artery (VA) and internal carotid artery dissection (ICA) after a use of systemic steroid due to peripheral facial palsy. Case presentation A 44-year-old man with hypertension visited emergency department due to recurrent vertigo. He was receiving methyl prednisolone for two weeks for the treatment of right peripheral type facial palsy which occurred after retro-orbital headache. Neurologic examination revealed severe ataxia at left side. Sensory for pain and temperature was declined in the right arm and leg. Diffusion-weighted image showed an acute ischemic lesion at the whole territory of posterior-inferior cerebellar artery. Severe stenosis was observed from bilateral VAs and ICAs on conventional magnetic resonance angiography. Intramural hematoma and intimal flap was observed from the high-resolution MRI. Conclusions Peripheral type facial palsy is an unusual presentation of carotid dissection. Steroids aggravate arterial dissection by increasing blood pressure and blood vessel fragility by its negative effect on connective tissue strength. Use of steroid in patients with peripheral type facial palsy with severe headache may need caution.
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- Sung Eun Chung
- Department of Neurology, Kyung Hee University Hospital at Gangdong, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurology, Kyung Hee University Hospital College of Medicine, Kyung Hee University, 23, Kyung Hee Dae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 190, Republic of Korea
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- Department Radiology, Kyung Hee University Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurology, Kyung Hee University Hospital College of Medicine, Kyung Hee University, 23, Kyung Hee Dae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 190, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurology, Kyung Hee University Hospital College of Medicine, Kyung Hee University, 23, Kyung Hee Dae-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, 190, Republic of Korea.
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Hayes SN, Kim ESH, Saw J, Adlam D, Arslanian-Engoren C, Economy KE, Ganesh SK, Gulati R, Lindsay ME, Mieres JH, Naderi S, Shah S, Thaler DE, Tweet MS, Wood MJ. Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection: Current State of the Science: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association. Circulation 2018; 137:e523-e557. [PMID: 29472380 PMCID: PMC5957087 DOI: 10.1161/cir.0000000000000564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 705] [Impact Index Per Article: 117.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) has emerged as an important cause of acute coronary syndrome, myocardial infarction, and sudden death, particularly among young women and individuals with few conventional atherosclerotic risk factors. Patient-initiated research has spurred increased awareness of SCAD, and improved diagnostic capabilities and findings from large case series have led to changes in approaches to initial and long-term management and increasing evidence that SCAD not only is more common than previously believed but also must be evaluated and treated differently from atherosclerotic myocardial infarction. High rates of recurrent SCAD; its association with female sex, pregnancy, and physical and emotional stress triggers; and concurrent systemic arteriopathies, particularly fibromuscular dysplasia, highlight the differences in clinical characteristics of SCAD compared with atherosclerotic disease. Recent insights into the causes of, clinical course of, treatment options for, outcomes of, and associated conditions of SCAD and the many persistent knowledge gaps are presented.
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Saw J, Mancini GBJ, Humphries KH. Contemporary Review on Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection. J Am Coll Cardiol 2017; 68:297-312. [PMID: 27417009 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2016.05.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 362] [Impact Index Per Article: 51.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2016] [Revised: 04/26/2016] [Accepted: 05/03/2016] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is gaining recognition as an important cause of myocardial infarction, especially in young women. There has been a surge in the diagnosis of SCAD in recent years, presumably due to an increased use of coronary angiography, and the clinical availability and application of high-resolution intracoronary imaging. The improved recognition and diagnosis, together with increased publications and attention through social media, have considerably raised awareness of this condition, which was once believed to be very rare. Recent publications of moderate to large contemporary case series have helped elucidate the early natural history, presenting characteristics (clinical and angiographic), underlying etiology, management, and cardiovascular outcomes with this condition, thus providing observations and important clinical insights of value to clinicians managing this challenging and perplexing patient cohort. The aim of our review is to provide a comprehensive contemporary update of SCAD to aid health care professionals in managing these patients in both the acute and chronic settings.
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- Jacqueline Saw
- Division of Cardiology, Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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- Division of Cardiology, Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- BC Centre for Improved Cardiovascular Health, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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