This week, the American Heart Association put out its first Scientific Statement on SCAD-spontaneous coronary artery dissection. “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...
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“Years before my heart attack, I freelanced for a hospital that created a note pad with the saying “Thank you for being a ‘patient’ patient.” At the time, I thought it was cute. Now, I realize it isn’t funny! Continuous improvement should be the shared goal in healthcare.” ~Katherine Leon A Look At Patients...
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SCAD Heart At age 38, after the birth of her second son, Katherine K. Leon had a heart attack. Atypical? Indeed. This young, physically fit woman had no risk factors associated with heart disease. She had a SCAD heart attack. A Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection, SCAD is an extremely serious and often fatal condition. Here’s what happens. Coronary...
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