Enhancing ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Diagnosis and Management: The Integral Role of Echocardiography in Patients Rushed to the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory

Coronary artery disease (CAD) remains a significant global health concern, necessitating timely and precise diagnosis, especially for acute coronary syndromes (ACSs). Traditional diagnostic methods like electrocardiograms (ECGs) are critical, yet the advent of echocardiography has revolutionized car...

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Published in:Journal of clinical medicine 2024-02, Vol.13 (5), p.1425
Main Authors: Marrazzo, Gemma, Palermi, Stefano, Pastore, Fabio, Ragni, Massimo, Mauriello, Alfredo, Zambrano, Aniello, Quaranta, Gaetano, Manto, Andrea, D'Andrea, Antonello
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Language:English
Subjects:
Acute coronary syndromes
Algorithms
Cardiac catheterization
Cardiology
Cardiovascular disease
Care and treatment
Clinical outcomes
Diagnosis
Diagnostic tests
Echocardiography
Electrocardiography
Emergency medical care
Heart attack
Heart attacks
Hemodynamics
Hospitals
Intervention
Intubation
Ischemia
Laboratories
Medical care
Mortality
Paramedics
Patients
Quality management
Review
Ultrasonic imaging
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Summary:Coronary artery disease (CAD) remains a significant global health concern, necessitating timely and precise diagnosis, especially for acute coronary syndromes (ACSs). Traditional diagnostic methods like electrocardiograms (ECGs) are critical, yet the advent of echocardiography has revolutionized cardiac care by providing comprehensive insights into heart function. This article examines the integration of echocardiography in the cardiac catheterization laboratory, emphasizing its role in augmenting traditional diagnostics, enhancing patient outcomes, and preparing for targeted interventions. Specifically, we argue for the routine use of focused echocardiographic evaluations in patients presenting with ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) to the cath lab, illustrating how this practice can significantly refine diagnostic accuracy, identify concurrent life-threatening conditions, and inform the management of STEMI and its complications.
ISSN:2077-0383
2077-0383
DOI:10.3390/jcm13051425