Acute myocardial infarction.
Current statistics reflect that cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to be the greatest health problem affecting the Australian population, accounting for approximately 42% of all deaths recorded. Of all cardiovascular disorders, ischaemic heart disease is associated with highest mortality rates.
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D015906:Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary; D001315:Australia / Q000453:epidemiology; D002423:Cause of Death; D006801:Humans; D009203:Myocardial Infarction / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D012720:Severity of Illness Index; D015912:Thrombolytic Therapy