Abstract
In a large number of patients who may have suffered a myocardial infarction, infarction can only be demonstrated or excluded by means of a lab test. This test detects the presence of cardiac troponins, which are cardiac-specific proteins in the blood. However, the results of this highly sensitive lab test may indicate the presence of cardiac troponins in the blood of patients who have not suffered a myocardial infarction. This is problematic for several reasons. Firstly, a myocardial infarction cannot always be excluded due to this finding. Secondly, doctors may find it difficult to determine the cause of troponin elevation and the consequences for the patient and the treatment of the patient.
This dissertation shows that a myocardial infarction can be excluded quickly and in more patients by combining two different lab tests. It is also shown that elevated levels of cardiac troponins in the absence of a myocardial infarction are likely to result from the heart. These elevated levels are predictive of early death.
This dissertation shows that a myocardial infarction can be excluded quickly and in more patients by combining two different lab tests. It is also shown that elevated levels of cardiac troponins in the absence of a myocardial infarction are likely to result from the heart. These elevated levels are predictive of early death.
Original language | English |
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Award date | 19 Jan 2018 |
Place of Publication | Maastricht |
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Print ISBNs | 9789462957848 |
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Publication status | Published - 2018 |
Keywords
- cardiovascular disease
- myocardial infarction
- cardiac troponins