Advances in Acute Coronary Syndrome Diagnosis and Management
A special issue of Medicina (ISSN 1648-9144). This special issue belongs to the section "Cardiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2024 | Viewed by 187
Special Issue Editor
2. Clinic of Cardiology, University Clinical Centre of Kosova, 10000 Prishtina, Kosovo
Interests: atherocslerosis; myocardial infarction; premature myocardial infarction; dyslipidemia; heart failure; atrial fibrillation; echocardiography; cardiomyopathies; left atrium funciton; cardiac function; hypertension
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Recent strides in the diagnosis and management of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) have markedly improved patient outcomes. Innovations, such as high-sensitivity cardiac troponin assays and advanced imaging, enhance ACS identification, crucial for timely intervention and mortality reduction. Risk stratification models assist healthcare professionals in tailoring treatment strategies to individual patient profiles, optimizing care delivery.
In the management of ACS, there is a notable shift toward comprehensive and personalized approaches. This encompasses the use of antiplatelet agents, anticoagulants and invasive procedures tailored to patient-specific characteristics. The integration of guideline-directed medical therapy with invasive interventions has demonstrated positive outcomes, underscoring the significance of a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. Involving cardiologists, emergency physicians and various healthcare providers ensures timely and effective care for ACS patients, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in critical situations. Exploring novel technologies, treatment modalities and interdisciplinary collaborations will further shape the evolving landscape of ACS care, contributing to ongoing improvements in patient outcomes and overall cardiovascular health.
Dr. Ibadete Bytyçi
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- acute coronary syndrome
- novel technologies
- treatment modalities
- risk stratification models
