Elucidating the genetics and biology of spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD): a life-threatening heart disease of women [ 2019 - ]

Research Grant

Brief description Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a tear in an artery that supplies blood to the heart. It is a potentially fatal problem that presents as a heart attack or sudden death, affecting relatively young (45-52 yr) women (95% of cases) with few risk factors. The cause of SCAD likely has a genetic basis that enhances susceptibility to vessel rupture. Here we propose to investigate the genetics, cell biology and vascular reactivity of SCAD patients to better understand and treat SCAD.

Funding Amount $1,368,736.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

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