Distinct demographic profiles of spontaneous coronary artery dissection and coronary artery aneurysm: a single-centre experience from the United Arab Emirates - Report - MDSpire
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Distinct demographic profiles of spontaneous coronary artery dissection and coronary artery aneurysm: a single-centre experience from the United Arab Emirates
Clinical Report: Diverse Demographic Characteristics of SCAD and CAA
Overview
This study investigates the clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients with spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) and coronary artery aneurysm (CAA) at a tertiary care center in the UAE. It highlights distinct demographic profiles, particularly the predominance of pregnancy-associated SCAD in women.
Background
SCAD and CAA are uncommon causes of acute coronary syndromes, with limited data available from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Data Highlights
Characteristic
SCAD
CAA
Number of Patients
3
6
Gender
All Female
All Male
Median Age
41 years
59 years
Pregnancy-Associated Cases
2
N/A
Conservative Management
1 of 3
5 of 6
Key Findings
SCAD predominantly affects women, with a median age of 41 years.
CAA cases were exclusively male, with a median age of 59 years.
Two SCAD patients had pregnancy-associated dissection.
Emergency coronary artery bypass grafting was required for one SCAD patient after a failed intervention.
Conservative management was favored in the majority of CAA cases.
All patients with follow-up reported symptom improvement.
Clinical Implications
The findings highlight the prevalence of pregnancy-associated SCAD.
Conclusion
This study contributes insights into the demographic and clinical profiles of SCAD and CAA in the UAE.
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