THERAPEUTIC APPROACH IN NON-ST-SEGMENT ELEVATION MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION: CURRENT CLINICAL EVIDENCE
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Acute Myocardial Infarction, NSTEMI, Troponin, Risk Stratification, Cardiovascular PreventionAbstract
Non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) is a complex clinical condition characterized by acute myocardial ischemia without ST-segment elevation on electrocardiogram. This study provides a comprehensive review of the pathophysiological mechanisms, diagnosis, risk stratification, and therapeutic strategies for NSTEMI, emphasizing current clinical evidence. The role of high-sensitivity cardiac troponins in early detection of myocardial injury and the importance of risk stratification for guiding pharmacological and interventional treatment are highlighted. Despite significant advances, mortality and morbidity remain substantial, particularly in resource-limited settings. Primary and secondary prevention through strict control of cardiovascular risk factors remains central to reducing recurrent events.
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Copyright (c) 2025 Bianca Suellen Ferreira, Miguel J. Acevedo Cardozo, Ana Lis Alves Guimarães, Lívia Pellegrini Fonseca, Antonio Lucas Nunes de Oliveira, Ednei Luiz França Cajá, Leopoldo de Moura Curti, Claudia Cleto Pavan, Hadassa Rocha Burnett, Joel Mariano Gomes Pereira, Rachel Cristine Vale da Silva, Stéfani Alana Müller, Letícia Costa Barbosa, Rafael Costa dos Santos, Fabricio Malnique, Gabriela Meireles Damaceno, Ana Cristina Oliveira Gimenes, Guilherme Moreto de Lima, Paul Sebastian Soto Urquizo, Carlos Kadis Mineiro de Souza, Ariane Marcela Oliveira Ramos

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