Acute Coronary Syndrome
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) refers to conditions caused by sudden reduced or blocked blood flow to the heart, damaging heart tissue. It includes unstable angina, NSTEMI, and STEMI. Immediate diagnosis and treatment are crucial to minimize heart damage. Risk factors include high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, high cholesterol, and family history. In 2023, ACS affected around 1.3 million people in the U.S., with numbers projected to rise by 2034.
