Ken Rome Foundation Information

The Ken Rome Foundation supports cardiovascular research on sudden cardiac death, vulnerable plaque, and coronary artery disease. Last year your contributions supported a study at the Minneapolis Heart Institute  Foundation under the direction o f D r. Robert Schwartz. His research uses cutting edge imaging technology to better understand the effects of extreme excercise on the heart and hopes to identify athletes at risk for sudden cardiac death. He reports that the first step in treating soft plaque is to reliably identify it. These risky plaques can be seen by Cardiac CT scan. Dr.Schwartz’s research is part of a national multi-center study with the goal of identifying individuals at higher risk for sudden death.

This year, a marathon runner from Stillwater, MN enrolled in Dr. Schwartz’s study. As an active athletic individual he was convinced that his heart was healthy. Much to his surprise, he was tested and was found to have a severe blockage. He was successfully treated and now back to his normal routine- running. This testimonial indicates how your support
of the Ken Rome Foundation is truly making a difference.