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At least 10% of MI patient may have undiagnosed diabetes
At least 10 percent of people who have a myocardial infarction (MI) may have undiagnosed diabetes, according to research presented…
Attacking anterior-wall myocardial infarction in time
More than 1 million Americans a year suffer a myocardial infarction (MI). This article tells you how – and how quickly – you need to respond to the most dangerous MI.
Attacking anterior-wall myocardial infarction in time
More than 1 million Americans a year suffer a myocardial infarction (MI). This article tells you how – and how quickly – you need to respond to the most dangerous MI.
Atypical myocardial infarction
Clinical judgment leads to swift action. Takeaways: Myocardial infarctions may present differently in women than men. Not all cardiac emergencies…
Atypical presentation of myocardial infarction
Quickly recognizing unusual symptoms can save lives. Takeaways Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in women, but it’s…
Combining exercise and vitamin D improves cardiovascular health
Exercise in combination with adequate levels of vitamin D reduces risk of stroke and myocardial infarction, according to a study…
Factors influencing treatment delay for patients with acute myocardial infarction
According to a study in Applied Nursing Research, factors that lead to delay in treatment for acute MI after symptom…
Managing atrioventricular blocks
Not all AV blocks are dangerous. Find out which ones are and how they’re managed.
No difference in survival rates between teaching and nonteaching hospitals for patients with acute MI
A study published in Academic Medicine has found no survival benefit for patients with acute myocardial infarction (MI) who are…
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection
Be aware of this often misdiagnosed and possibly deadly condition. Takeaways: Nurses should have a high level of suspicion for…
Strategies for preventing another MI
According to the American Heart Association, each year an estimated 635,000 Americans have a new myocardial infarction (MI) and an…
Study questions routine use of oxygen in MI
A study presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2014 found that at 6 months, patients with ST segment…
Study questions value of raising HDL cholesterol to lower risk of MI
A study in Lancet found genetic variations that lead to increased HDL cholesterol don’t seem to decrease the risk of…
Study: Faster hospital MI care has not reduced mortality
According to a study in the New England Journal of Medicine, mortality rate for myocardial infarction (MI) didn’t significantly change…
Weekend, holiday ED visits for AMI associated with increased mortality
Weekend or holiday presentation to the ED for acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is associated with increased mortality, according to a…
Women and cardiovascular disease
Understand women’s unique risks and symptoms to ensure early identification and treatment of CVD. Takeaways: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the…
