MICROFIT (Microvascular coronary rehabilitation for improving treatment)

In progress

01/11/2023

Coronary microvascular dysfunction

South West

Exercise & Lifestyle

Awarded amount: £195,258

Grant scheme: TRP

Institution: Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Principle Investigator: Dr Ali Khavandi

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Coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD) is a condition that can lead to heart attacks, heart failure and death. It is also more common in women than it is in men. Current treatments focus mainly on traditional coronary artery disease, and so CMD patients often become forgotten. MICROFIT is a specialist-designed, tailored diet and exercise programme for CMD patients aimed at improving quality of life and reducing the chance of serious cardiac events, such as a heart attack.