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Postgrad Med J 2002;78:717-726 doi:10.1136/pmj.78.926.717
  • Review

Critical review of unstable angina and non-ST elevation myocardial infarction

  1. P J Sheridan,
  2. D C Crossman
  1. Northern General Hospital, Sheffield, UK
  1. Correspondence to:
 Dr Paul J Sheridan, Division of Clinical Sciences, Northern General Hospital, Herries Road, Sheffield S5 7AU, UK;
 P.J.Sheridan{at}Sheffield.ac.uk
  • Received 27 May 2002
  • Accepted 18 September 2002

Abstract

Within the coronary vasculature the progression of a stable atherosclerotic plaque into a vulnerable and ultimately unstable lesion leads to a cascade of events culminating in the clinical presentation of unstable angina or acute myocardial infarction. In recent years studies have provided new insights in to the pathology and natural history, stimulating advances in diagnosis, treatment, and management. The review discusses the progress made including the role of inflammation, cardiac biomarkers, antiplatelet therapy, and percutaneous intervention. Current issues of debate and future directions are also addressed.

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