Drug eluting stents in adults with acute coronary syndrome: a review of the clinical effectiveness, safety and guidelines

CADTH
Record ID 32012000701
English
Authors' recommendations: During the first year after implantation, drug-eluting stent (DES) use in ACS patients, particularly STEMI, was associated with a significant reduction in revascularization and recurrent MI, without increased risk of mortality or stent thrombosis. However, in long-term follow-up (beyond 2 years), DES was associated with an increased risk of stent thrombosis compared with bare metal stents. Results for revascularization were similar for patients with unstable angina/NSTEMI, but this evidence was limited to three observational studies.
Details
Project Status: Completed
Year Published: 2012
English language abstract: An English language summary is available
Publication Type: Not Assigned
Country: Canada
MeSH Terms
  • Acute Coronary Syndrome
  • Drug-Eluting Stents
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