What is acute coronary syndrome Aha?
What is acute coronary syndrome Aha?
Acute coronary syndrome is a medical term used to describe problems that occur when there isn’t enough blood flow to the heart. Heart attack and unstable angina (sudden chest pain that typically occurs when someone is at rest) are two examples.
Is NSTE ACS the same as Nstemi?
For the sake of clarity: NSTE-ACS is defined as an acute coronary syndrome without ST elevations on ECG. The majority of patients with NSTE-ACS will exhibit elevated troponins, which is evidence for myocardial infarction and therefore defines the condition as NSTEMI (Non ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction).
What is the difference between angina and acute coronary syndrome?
The distinguishing feature between unstable angina and non-STEMI is the presence of elevated cardiac markers, such as troponin, which implies myocardial damage. Patient history alone is insufficient to make a diagnosis of acute coronary syndrome.
What is recommended indicated to be administered to ACS patients?
In all patients with possible ACS and without contraindications, aspirin (300 mg orally) should be given as soon as possible after presentation.
Who is susceptible to ACS?
About 60% of hospital admissions for ACS are for patients older than 65 years of age, and approximately 85% of ACS related deaths occur in this age group. Large registries show 32% to 43% of NSTE-ACS,, and about 24%−28% of STEMI admissions were for patients aged ≥ 75 years.
Which symptom is considered a typical symptom indicative of ACS?
Chest pain or discomfort is the most common symptom.
Which conditions are contraindications to therapy with β blockers in patients with ACS?
Contraindications for β-blockers administration are: hypotension (systolic blood pressure < 100 mmHg), bradycardia (heart rate < 50 bpm), phenomenon Raynaud, severe pneumonopathy (especially chronic obstructive and bronchial asthma), and severe renal insufficiency.
