RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Maria
T1 Results of a Stand-Alone PCI Program at Schneider Regional Medical Center
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2014
FD SAGE Publications
VO 14
IS 24
SP 17
OP 17
DO 10.1177/155989771424010
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/14/24/17.abstract
AB Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a class I recommended therapy for both ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and unstable angina. Traditionally, PCI has been performed in large tertiary centers with on-site coronary bypass surgery programs. Over the past 10 to 15 years, “stand-alone” PCI programs have become more prevalent, particularly in the United States. Geographic, cultural, and financial challenges prohibit routine transfer to tertiary centers in a timely fashion. This article discusses the PCI program at Schneider Regional Medical Center.