Thrombolysis Before Primary PCI Increases Mortality

Frans Van de Werf Thrombolysis Before Primary PCI Increases Mortality
Frans Van de Werf

In the treatment of acute myocardial infarction the 24-country ASSENT-4 study seems to show an overall increase of risk if you use thrombolysis before primary PCI. Frans Van de Werf from Leuven gave Audio Medica results from the 30 day analysis. Kim Fox of London commented.


Frans Van de Werf:

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Kim Fox:

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