Heart attack mystery: new study tracks SCAD patients to find answers
NCT ID NCT07317323
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is following 300 people in Norway who have had a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), a rare cause of heart attacks, especially in women. Researchers will use scans, blood tests, and questionnaires to track their health for one year. The goal is to better understand what leads to SCAD and what complications may arise, but no new treatments are being tested.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal key risk factors and long-term outcomes for SCAD, helping doctors better manage and prevent future events in patients.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test any new therapy, so it cannot directly improve patient outcomes. Results may take years to influence clinical practice.
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Akershus University Hospital
RECRUITINGOslo, Norway
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Haukeland University Hospital
RECRUITINGBergen, Norway
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Rikshospitalet, Oslo University Hospital
RECRUITINGOslo, Norway
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