SCAD Guide

Introduction

This guide is for people who have been affected with spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), their families, and anyone who wants a basic understanding of SCAD, its diagnosis, and management.

This guide does not replace treatment from your doctor. It can be used as an information resource and help with any questions you may have.

SCAD can be a cause of heart attacks. This guide has information on:

  • SCAD risk factors
  • Symptoms
  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment

We hope this guide helps you understand SCAD.

Acknowledgements »

The authors would like to pay special tribute to our patients and their families, who have taught us so much. We would like to thank the many reviewers of this guide who generously gave their time to review this guide and provided thoughtful comments and suggestions. Reviewers included Lesley Krempulec, Geraldine James, Colleen Nelson, anonymous patient reviewer, Kristen Hamilton, George Petropoulos, Katherine Farrand and Rebecca Stockford-Lehman. Thank you for helping to shape this final version.

Made with Patient & Family Input

TAYLOR PETROPOULOS MD, FRCPC

MINA MADAN MD, MHS, FRCPC