title: [Risk stratification of acute coronary syndromes].
abstract: In acute coronary syndromes, risk stratification is essential, particularly in those without ST-elevation, and is based upon clinical and biological markers. Among them, recent and repeated anginal attacks, ST-segment modifications on admission electrocardiogram, and increased markers of myonecrosis (particularly increased troponine levels) are strong predictors of untoward outcome. These variables can be used to construct risk scores, among which the TIMI and GRACE scores are the most widely used. These scores may prove helpful to define the optimal diagnostic and therapeutic management of the patients.
authors: Hôpital européen Georges-Pompidou, Paris cedex 15, France. nicolas.danchin@egp.aphp.fr
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authors: Danchin
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authors: Durand
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authors: Decalf
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authors: Chaib
mesh_terms: D054058:Acute Coronary Syndrome / Q000503:physiopathology*; D002097:C-Reactive Protein / Q000032:analysis; D004562:Electrocardiography; D006801:Humans; D020097:Natriuretic Peptide, Brain / Q000097:blood; D011379:Prognosis; D018570:Risk Assessment
chemical_list: D020097:Natriuretic Peptide, Brain; D002097:C-Reactive Protein