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Management of Multivessel Disease and Physiology Testing in ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction

Shanthosh Sivapathan1, Prajith Jeyaprakash2, Sarah J Zaman3

  • 1Department of Cardiology, University of Sydney and Nepean Hospital, Derby Street, Kingswood, New South Wales 2747, Australia. Electronic address: https://twitter.com/drsonyaburgess.

Interventional Cardiology Clinics
|May 31, 2021
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Complete revascularization in ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) with multivessel disease is crucial. Recent trials show significant benefits, shifting focus from culprit-only treatment to comprehensive vessel repair for better outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Acute Coronary Syndromes

Background:

  • ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) management traditionally focused on reperfusion of the primary blocked artery.
  • Recent advancements emphasize a broader approach, including non-culprit vessel intervention in STEMI patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence-based management of STEMI in patients with multivessel disease.
  • To highlight contemporary data on the impact of complete revascularization in STEMI.

Main Methods:

  • Review of five landmark randomized trials published within the last seven years.
  • Analysis of contemporary data investigating complete revascularization strategies.

Main Results:

  • Five major trials underscore the significance of complete revascularization in STEMI.
  • Evidence increasingly supports addressing all significant blockages, not just the culprit lesion.

Conclusions:

  • Complete revascularization is a key strategy for STEMI patients with multivessel disease.
  • Contemporary data support a paradigm shift towards comprehensive revascularization for improved STEMI outcomes.

Keywords:
Cardiovascular deathComplete revascularizationMultivessel diseasePrognosisST elevation myocardial infarction

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