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Circulation· 2018Q1

Fourth Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction (2018)

Kristian Thygesen, Joseph S. Alpert, Allan S. Jaffe, Bernard Chaitman et al.

Short summary

This publication presents the 2018 Fourth Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction, updating diagnostic criteria for heart attacks.

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Key points

  • Establishes updated diagnostic criteria for myocardial infarction.
  • Refines classification of different types of heart attacks.
  • Emphasizes the role of cardiac biomarkers like troponin.
  • Aims to standardize clinical practice and research.

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Abstract

12 month embargo; published online: 24 August 2018

The authors' abstract, as published at the source. Circulation, 2018 · DOI ↗

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Field: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging

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