Literature Review: indications for acute reperfusion therapy in patients with symptoms of an acute coronary syndrome
Emergency Cardiology Literature Review & Updates with Dr. Amal Mattu
HPI
You are taking care of a patient who presents to the ED with chest pain and symptoms concerning for ACS.
Before watching this week’s video, ask yourself this question:
- Which patients should get acute reperfusion therapy (immediate cath lab activation or IV thrombolytics) for presumed STEMI & equivalents?