Accurate Prediction of False ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction: Ready for Prime Time?

The incidence of inappropriate cardiac catheterization lab activation for treatment of a false ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) has been reported to be 2.6%-36%. Excessive inappropriate catheterization lab activation may be associated with risks to patients, provider fatigue and improper resource usage. Hypothesis: To derive and validate a prediction score to more accurately classify patients with STEMI. Methods and results: We conducted a retrospective cohort analysis of 1144 consecutive patients initially diagnosed with STEMI between September 2008 and January 2013.
Source: Current Problems in Cardiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research