April 29, 2020European Heart Journal951 citationsOpen Access
View Full PaperReduction of hospitalizations for myocardial infarction in Italy in the COVID-19 era
Structured PICO
Did the COVID-19 pandemic affect admission rates, fatality, and complications for acute myocardial infarction in Italy?
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Population
Patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in Italy
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Outcome
Admissions for AMI, fatality rates, and complication rateshard clinical
The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a significant reduction in AMI admissions but an alarming increase in fatality and complication rates in Italy.
Abstract
Admissions for AMI were significantly reduced during the COVID-19 pandemic across Italy, with a parallel increase in fatality and complication rates. This constitutes a serious social issue, demanding attention by the scientific and healthcare communities and public regulatory agencies.
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Rosa et al. (Wed,) studied this question.