How frailty affects heart attack care in older adults
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how frailty (overall weakness and vulnerability) affects treatment and recovery in older adults who come to the hospital with a heart attack. It may help doctors choose better treatments for patients like you.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years of age or older
- You are having a heart attack or unstable angina (acute coronary syndrome)
- Your symptoms started less than 24 hours ago
- You are not terminally ill and do not have severe dementia
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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