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Non-ST-segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndromes
Conclusion of the condition, risk stratification, early implementation of optimal
In summary, the management of NSTE-ACS has progressed greatly in recent pharmacological therapies, and appropriate use of invasive diagnostics
years but there is still considerable room for improvement. Current US and therapeutics. Targeted pharmacotherapy and prompt mechanical
estimates suggest that only 12% of NSTE-ACS patients receive all revascularization generally yield the best clinical outcomes in high-risk patients.
guideline-recommended therapies within the first 48 hours.
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Other Efforts to improve the process and quality of ACS care should continue on
investigators note that evidence-based therapies paradoxically target individual, institutional, and national levels. Adoption of structured, evidence-
low-risk patients despite evidence suggesting their greatest benefit based treatment strategies is essential for insuring optimal patient outcomes in
in higher-risk patients.
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The goals of ACS management are rapid identification this rapidly evolving sector of cardiovascular medicine. ■
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