Medical Research Project

MICROFIT (Microvascular coronary rehabilitation for improving treatment)

Specialised physical health programme for people with coronary microvascular dysfunction (CMD)

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

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.

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