Lytic Therapy Does Not Facilitate PCI

Lytic Therapy Does Not Facilitate PCI

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24 February 2006

Frans Van de Werf, University of Leuven Abstract Lancet 367:569-578 Results from a new study just published in the Lancet look into the role of facilitated PCI in patients with ST-elevation acute myoc

Frans Van de Werf

Frans Van de Werf, University of LeuvenAbstract Lancet367:569-578Results from a new study just published in the Lancet look into the role of facilitated PCI in patients with ST-elevation acute myocardial infarction. The ASSENT-4PCI study suggests that lytics should not be used before primary angioplasty. Audio Medica spoke to lead investigator Frans Van de Werf.