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Review of Current Management of Myocardial Infarction

Trisha Saha1, Hatem Soliman-Aboumarie2,3

  • 1Bloomsbury Campus, University College London Medical School, 74 Huntley St, London WC1E 6DE, UK.

Journal of Clinical Medicine
|September 13, 2025
PubMed

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Myocardial infarction (MI), or heart attack, is a major global health issue. This review covers current evidence-based treatments and challenges in managing MI to improve patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Myocardial infarction (MI) is a primary cause of death globally.
  • It results from blocked coronary blood flow, often due to plaque rupture and thrombus.
  • Advances in understanding, diagnosis, and treatment have improved MI patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current management strategies for myocardial infarction (MI).
  • To highlight evidence-based practices and recent advancements in MI care.
  • To discuss ongoing challenges in optimizing MI treatment across healthcare settings.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current myocardial infarction (MI) management.
  • Analysis of evidence-based practices and recent advancements.
  • Exploration of challenges in diverse healthcare environments.

Main Results:

  • Current MI management incorporates significant advancements.
  • Evidence-based practices are crucial for optimizing patient outcomes.
  • Challenges remain in consistent MI care delivery.

Conclusions:

  • Optimizing myocardial infarction (MI) care requires integrating current evidence and addressing implementation challenges.
  • Continuous improvement in diagnosis and treatment is vital.
  • Multifaceted approaches are needed to reduce MI morbidity and mortality.

Keywords:
ACSNSTEMISTEMIcardiovascular diseasemanagementmyocardial infarction

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