
Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women in the United States. Annually, 790,000 Americans will experience a myocardial infarction. Early recognition and appropriate management of myocardial infarction are imperative to improving patient outcomes. This article discusses the pathophysiology, presentation, and diagnosis and management of both ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and non-STEMI.
Risk Factors, Humans, ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction, Non-ST Elevated Myocardial Infarction, United States
Risk Factors, Humans, ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction, Non-ST Elevated Myocardial Infarction, United States
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