The five key "ingredients" for improving outcomes in cardiogenic shock complicating acute myocardial infarction. Issue 3 (20th February 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Brilakis, Emmanouil S.; Eckman, Peter
• Is Part Of: Catheterization and cardiovascular interventions. Volume 91:Issue 3(2018)
• Page Start: 462
• Page End: 463
• Publication Date: 2018-02-20
• Subjects: Heart -- Diseases -- Diagnosis -- Periodicals; Cardiac catheterization -- Periodicals; 616.1207572
• DOI: 10.1002/ccd.27540
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1522-1946

Abstract

Key Points: Cardiogenic shock in the setting of acute myocardial infarction (AMICS) carries high mortality. A systematic, protocol‐driven, approach to AMICS may improve outcomes. The 5 key "ingredients" for the managements of AMICS are: (a) early diagnosis; (b) hemodynamic assessment; (c) culprit‐only coronary revascularization; (d) judicious use of mechanic circulatory support; (e) expert in‐hospital treatment.