Key result
Women hospitalized for acute coronary syndromes reported significantly higher intensity of symptoms such as unusual fatigue (beta=0.60; 95% CI 0.27-0.93) compared to men, but not chest pain.
Why the study?
Do symptoms of acute coronary syndromes differ between women and men?
Cross-Sectional (n=256)
Yes
Do symptoms of acute coronary syndromes differ between women and men?
Effect estimate: beta 0.60 (95% CI 0.27-0.93)
Women with acute coronary syndromes report a higher intensity of atypical symptoms such as indigestion, palpitations, nausea, numbness, and fatigue compared to men, although the frequency of chest pain does not differ.
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Supports sex-specific ACS symptom assessment; leaves open effects on diagnosis or outcomes.
DeVon et al. (2008) conducted a cross-sectional in Acute coronary syndromes (n=256). Female sex vs. Male sex was evaluated on Unusual fatigue (beta 0.60, 95% CI 0.27-0.93). Women hospitalized for acute coronary syndromes reported significantly higher intensity of symptoms such as unusual fatigue (beta=0.60; 95% CI 0.27-0.93) compared to men, but not chest pain.
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