Primary percutaneous coronary intervention in nonagenarians: is it worthwhile?

Abstract Background Previous studies have demonstrated the feasibility of primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PPCI) in carefully selected nonagenarians. Although current guidelines recommend immediate revascularization in patients with ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) it remains un...

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Main Authors: Mohammed M. N. Meah, Tobin Joseph, Wern Yew Ding, Matthew Shaw, Jonathan Hasleton, Nick D. Palmer, Periaswamy Velavan, Suneil K. Aggarwal
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-01-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-020-01833-2