It's Not Just About Coronary Artery Disease

When you think about heart disease, do you envision just older women?
Think again...!

A woman's cardiovascular health can be compromised in the presence of various life experiences, medical conditions and treatments. Broaden your knowledge and become an advocate for yourself and other women. Contact Saint Luke's Muriel I. Kauffman Women's Heart Center if you or someone you know have or experience any of the following medical conditions to learn more.  Our team of experts understand your unique heart health needs.

Metabolic Syndrome

• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Pregnancy

• Palpitations
• Pre-existing cardiovascular risk factors such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol
• Peripartum Cardiomyopathy

Perimenopause/Menopause

• Palpitations
• Changes in blood pressure and cholesterol blood levels
• Diastolic dysfunction

Cancer

• Breast cancer or Hodgkin's
• Treatment therapies
  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiation
• Acceleration of cardiovascular risk factors and disease

Autoimmune Disorders

• Lupus
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Scleroderma/CREST

Congenital Heart Conditions

• Mitral valve prolapse
• Marfan's Syndrome
• Sudden Cardiac Death