Welcome!
Welcome to Beat SCAD and the SCAD community! We hope you will find our website helpful in learning and understanding more about Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection.
We raise awareness of SCAD, support those affected and fundraise for research. Collaboration is key to finding answers and we are determined that, together, we will beat SCAD!
What is Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection?
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is an under-diagnosed heart condition that can’t be predicted or prevented – yet. It affects people with few or none of the normal risk factors for heart disease.
A bruise or tear develops in the wall of a coronary (heart) artery and reduces the flow of blood, which can result in a heart attack and injury to the heart muscle. Patients can be treated with medication or they may need interventions such as stents or bypass surgery.
Research is ongoing to discover what causes SCAD and what the best treatments are – click below to read more and head to our Events and Videos page where you'll find videos of research updates from SCAD experts.
About Beat SCAD
Beat SCAD was created by patients for patients. We raise awareness of SCAD, support SCAD patients and their families and raise funds for research.
- We understand the needs of the SCAD community and we push forward to find answers.
- We provide knowledge and support to enable SCAD patients to take control of their diagnosis.
- We bring together SCAD patients and families to benefit from sharing their experiences.
- We work collaboratively with our supporters and researchers to optimise outcomes.
Find out what we can offer to patients, families, friends and heathcare professionals.