The current practice for cocaine-associated chest pain in the Netherlands.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Cocaine is considered a cardiovascular risk factor, yet it is not included in the frequently used risk stratification scores. Moreover, many guidelines provide limited advice on how to diagnose and treat cocaine-associated chest pain (CACP). This study aimed to determine the current practice for CACP patients in emergency departments and coronary care units throughout the Netherlands.

Methods

An anonymous online questionnaire-based survey was conducted among Dutch emergency physicians and cardiologists between July 2015 and February 2016. The questionnaire was based on the American Heart Association CACP treatment algorithm.

Results

A total of 214 subjects were enrolled and completed the questionnaire. All responders considered cocaine use a risk factor f

SUBMITTER: Gresnigt FMJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7770504 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature