New causes of heart attacks in younger adults, especially women
New research identifies under-recognized causes of heart attacks in younger adults, particularly women.
Why it matters
- Highlights under-recognized causes of heart attacks, especially in women.
- Misdiagnosis can lead to ineffective or harmful treatments.
By the numbers
- 1,474 heart attack cases analyzed.
- 75% of heart attacks in men caused by atherothrombosis.
- 47% in women caused by atherothrombosis.
The big picture
- SCAD and other factors are significant contributors to heart attacks.
- Need for better awareness among health professionals and the public.
What they're saying
- Some commenters note that doctors are already aware of these causes.
- Others emphasize the importance of understanding non-atherothrombotic causes.
Caveats
- Study did not explore the significant difference between men and women.
- Need for larger and more diverse studies.
What’s next
- Further research to understand the gender difference.
- Raising awareness among health professionals and the public.