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Review 2: Acute Myocardial Infarction

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This review article covers the epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of acute myocardial infarction (MI). Categorization of acute coronary disease, including ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), non–ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and unstable angina, are also discussed. The recommended standard-of-care treatment options are provided, including guidelines from the American Heart Association (AHA), when available.

1. Article Citation
2. Synopsis
3. Quick Quiz
4. Discussion
   1. Epidemiology
   2. Pathophysiology
   3. Initial Evaluation, Diagnostic Testing, and Risk Stratification
   4. Initial Medical Care
      1. Prehospital Care
      2. Emergency Department and Early Inpatient Care
   5. Treatment of ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction
   6. Treatment of Acute Coronary Syndromes Without ST-Segment Elevation
   7. Antithrombotic Therapy
      1. Antiplatelet Agents
      2. Anticoagulant Agents
      3. Combined Oral Anticoagulant and Antiplatelet Therapy
   8. Complications
   9. Late Inpatient and Predischarge Care
   10. Future Direction
5. Critique
6. Editor’s Note
7. Reference
8. Key Points
9. Quick Quiz Answer
10. Original Article