Approach to STEMI in the ICU
摘要
ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is a critical form of acute coronary syndrome resulting from a complete occlusion of a coronary artery, leading to significant myocardial ischemia and necrosis. Rapid recognition and immediate intervention are paramount to minimize myocardial damage, preserve cardiac function, and improve survival rates. This chapter delineates a comprehensive approach to STEMI management, integrating current guidelines to optimize care from initial presentation through post-reperfusion and secondary prevention phases [1, 2] [Ref: Algorithm 63.1].