Comparison of outcomes in ST-elevation myocardial infarction according to age
Background Myocardial infarction constitutes a significant cause of morbidity and mortality.
Its pathophysiology varies according to age; atherosclerosis is the most common cause in
older patients while thrombosis or plaque rupture is behind premature MI. Objective To
compare the outcome differences between young (age≤ 45 years) and older adults (age>
45 years) presenting with STEMI. Method This was a retrospective cohort study of patients
presenting with STEMI to the Emergency Department of a tertiary care center, between 2008 …
Its pathophysiology varies according to age; atherosclerosis is the most common cause in
older patients while thrombosis or plaque rupture is behind premature MI. Objective To
compare the outcome differences between young (age≤ 45 years) and older adults (age>
45 years) presenting with STEMI. Method This was a retrospective cohort study of patients
presenting with STEMI to the Emergency Department of a tertiary care center, between 2008 …
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