Clinical and psychological characteristics of patients with ischemia and non-obstructive coronary arteries (INOCA) and obstructive coronary artery disease.

Study Objective: Ischemia with non-obstructive coronary arteries (INOCA) is caused by vascular dysfunctions and predominantly seen in women. For better recognition and prevention more insight is needed on risk factors and well-being. We aimed to explore differences in psychological distress, quality of life, risk factors, and medication use between women with INOCA and obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD).

ShareHeart: A patient journey map of patients with ischemia and non-obstructive coronary artery disease based on qualitative research.

Aims And Objectives: To visualise the health care experiences and needs of patients with ischemia with non-obstructive coronary arteries in a patient journey map. As such, future design challenges can be provided, and it can be used for future healthcare optimization.

Background: Ischemia with non-obstructive coronary arteries is a chronic cardiac condition caused by vascular dysfunctions.