Why the study?
SCAD is rare in males and can be triggered by cardiovascular stress such as sexual intercourse, prompting this report to encourage physician education.
Highlights a rare case of spontaneous coronary artery dissection in a male triggered by sexual intercourse, emphasizing the need for patient education on cardio-circulatory stress.
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a grave medical condition that is defined as a separation of the coronary artery wall layer. This presentation is rare in males and can be triggered by cardio-circulatory stress, such as exercise and emotional stress. Sexual intercourse is considered potent cardiovascular stress that can be strenuous and cause rapid and significant changes in the heart rate and blood pressure which can predispose SCAD. Herein, we are reporting a very rare case of a 41-year-old male gentleman who presented with SCAD after vigorous sexual intercourse. We are reporting this case to encourage physicians to educate their patients on the topic.
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