Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) in a postpartum patient

Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) in a postpartum patient

We discuss a case of spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) and cardiogenic shock in a postpartum patient 1 week after her pregnancy. We review basic principles of medical management as well as PCI for SCAD. Chao-Wei Hwang, M.D., Ph.D. Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Cardiac Cath Lab, Frederick Health Hospital