Complete interventional revascularization versus infarct-related artery revascularization only in SТЕМI patients – part I

Abstract

Multivessel coronary artery disease is a frequent fi nding during primary PCI procedures in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Optimal therapy of the infarct-related lesion has been largely elucidated and is stipulated in current guideline documents. Therapeutic options for the additional lesions are a subject of active debate and clinical trial worldwide – both the target degree of revascularization and its timing in relation to the index procedure remain unclear.

Keywords

• ST-elevation myocardial infarction
• interventional