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To update management guidelines for patients with unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction.

July 31, 2026Journal of the American College of Cardiology519 citations

2011 ACCF/AHA Focused Update Incorporated Into the ACC/AHA 2007 Guidelines for the Management of Patients With Unstable Angina/Non–ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction

RWR. Scott Wright JAJeffrey L. Anderson CACynthia D. Adams

Key Points

To update management guidelines for patients with unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction.
Incorporated findings from previous guidelines and new evidence.
Focused on risk assessment and management strategies.
Tailored recommendations for specific clinical scenarios.
Revised risk assessment tools facilitate better identification of high-risk patients.
Enhanced treatment protocols improve outcomes for unstable angina and myocardial infarction.
Recommendations emphasize timely intervention and individualized care approaches.

Abstract

No abstract was published with this document — society guidelines, consensus pathways, and scientific statements are typically released without one. See the Key Points and the linked PDF for the full content.

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“The timing of invasive therapy in medium- and high-risk patients. The role of triple- vs. dual-antiplatelet therapy in patients at medium and high risk. The role of invasive therapy in patients with chronic kidney disease. The importance of participating in quality improvement processes. The role of prasugrel in non–ST elevation acute coronary syndrome.”

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