RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Alexander, Lori
T1 Systems of Care are Integral to Improving STEMI Treatment
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2011
FD SAGE Publications
VO 11
IS 3
SP 30
OP 31
DO 10.1177/155989771103019
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/11/3/30.abstract
AB Timing has long been recognized as the most crucial aspect in the care of people with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). A session on state-of-the-art STEMI care provided an opportunity to discuss the influence of ischemia time and explore ways to improve treatment quality with organized systems of care.