Thrombolytics for heart attack and unstable angina
How Well It Works
It has been well established that thrombolytics save lives. Studies have shown an 18% reduction in death when thrombolytics are used after a heart attack.1
| Author: | Robin Parks, MS | Last Updated: May 5, 2009 |
| Medical Review: | Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
John A. McPherson, MD, FACC, FSCAI - Cardiology |
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