Developing remote exercise support and rehabilitation for patients after spontaneous coronary artery dissection - a feasibility study

In progress

20/11/2023

Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD)

Scotland

Exercise & Lifestyle

Awarded amount: £176,214

Grant scheme: Scotland

Institution: Edinburgh Napier University

Principle Investigator: Dr Coral Hanson

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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a tear or bruise within the coronary arteries, which can cause a heart attack. It is most common in women in their 40s and 50s.

After a heart attack, most patients are offered a programme of exercise known as cardiac rehabilitation, however, this was not developed or tested on SCAD patients. This project will test the possibility of a clinical trial to explore post-SCAD exercise.

The ultimate goal is to create specific guidelines for exercise in SCAD patients and improve quality of life.t.