Mechanical Reperfusion for STEMI: From Randomized Trials to Clinical Practice

As a leading cause of death in developed countries, ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and its various treatment options are of great concern to those in the cardiology field. This text presents evidence-based chapters that supply clinicians with real-life case studies and strategies to treat STEMI patients more effectively and at a quicker pace. A highly illustrated and fully referenced source, this comprehensive text provides both scientific background and a practical overview of the invasive management of STEMI patients. The book includes several chapters on adjunctive pharmacotherapy options for primary angioplasty.