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Ischemia with non-obstructive coronary arteries (INOCA) is a chronic coronary condition associated with poor prognosis and reduced quality of life. The increasing use of invasive assessments of microcirculatory function and provocative spasm testing has significantly advanced the understanding of INOCA's pathophysiology, which ranges from coronary microvascular dysfunction to vasomotor disorders. However, the optimal management and therapeutic approach for INOCA remain to be determined. Significant sex-based differences in the pathophysiology of INOCA have been reported, resulting in variations in prevalence, phenotype, and natural history between male and female patients. The aim of this narrative review is to provide a comprehensive overview of the sex-specific pathophysiological mechanisms underlying INOCA and to summarize the differences in INOCA phenotype and prognosis. Additionally, we will explore the current knowledge on management and therapy, with the goal of advancing towards sex-based personalized treatment strategies for INOCA.
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