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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection SCAD is a recognized cause of non-atherosclerotic acute coronary syndromes, mainly affecting young women without typical risk factors. Researchers are building the first pan-European SCAD registry to improve understanding of this conditions diagnosis and management, inform guidelines, educate clinicians, and promote research. This international, multicenter, observational study includes both retrospective and prospective patient data. The study collects data without any treatment interventions, enrolling at least 500 new patients and 500 historical cases from about 30 countries and 120 sites. Patient information is gathered from their first SCAD event, at enrollment, and then yearly for up to five years or until study completion. There are no study drugs or procedures involved as it is purely observational. Participants will provide data at multiple time points including baseline and yearly follow-ups for up to five years. Researchers will review patient status, vital signs, recurrent SCAD events, imaging results, medications, menstrual and obstetric history, and discharge details. Additional information on procedures, other coronary events, symptoms, pregnancy and hormonal therapy, exercise habits, mental health, and employment after SCAD will also be collected. This allows a comprehensive understanding of SCAD over time.