Controversies in non-ST-elevation acute coronary syndromes and percutaneous coronary interventions

Cleve Clin J Med. 2010 Feb;77(2):101-9. doi: 10.3949/ccjm.77gr.32009.

Abstract

Non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (MI) and unstable angina represent the majority of acute coronary syndromes. Recent studies have helped clarify treatment strategies. Drug-eluting stents have reduced the problem of restenosis, but questions remain about the length of time patients need dual antiplatelet therapy.

MeSH terms

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome / therapy*
  • Angina, Unstable / therapy*
  • Cardiac Catheterization
  • Drug-Eluting Stents
  • Humans
  • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors / administration & dosage

Substances

  • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors