The Barriers to Rapid Reperfusion in Acute ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study aimed to quantify the contribution of various obstacles to timely reperfusion therapy in acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and to improve performance in a mixed remote rural/urban region.

Methods

From November 1, 2020 to April 23, 2021, patients with acute STEMI were prospectively monitored with the critical time intervals, treatment modalities, and outcomes registered. Selected clinical decision-makers in 11 hospitals were appointed as improvement agents and systematically provided with weekly updated information about absolute and relative performance. Suggestions for improvements were invited and shared.

Results

Only 29% of the 146 patients received reperfusion therapy within recommended time limits [prehospital thrombolysis,

SUBMITTER: Bartnes K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9652182 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature