articleNew England Journal of MedicineMay 20, 2009BRONZE OA

Early versus Delayed Invasive Intervention in Acute Coronary Syndromes

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Abstract

Background

Earlier trials have shown that a routine invasive strategy improves outcomes in patients with acute coronary syndromes without ST-segment elevation. However, the optimal timing of such intervention remains uncertain.

Methods

We randomly assigned 3031 patients with acute coronary syndromes to undergo either routine early intervention (coronary angiography or = 36 hours after randomization). The primary outcome was a composite of death, myocardial infarction, or stroke at 6 months. A prespecified secondary outcome was death, myocardial infarction, or refractory ischemia at 6 months.

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Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Medicine
  • Acute coronary syndrome
  • Percutaneous coronary intervention
  • Intervention (counseling)
  • Intensive care medicine
  • Cardiology
  • Internal medicine
  • Myocardial infarction
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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