Publications by authors named "Aladin Altic"
Background: The incidence of HF following ACS remains unacceptably high at discharge and several identified risk factors contribute to the development of HF in this context.
Objective: This study investigated the prevalence and clinical significance of HF in patients admitted to the Clinic for Heart, Blood Vessels, and Rheumatic Diseases at the Clinical Center of the University of Sarajevo following ACS.
Methods: This retrospective observational study was conducted at the Clinic for Heart, Blood Vessels, and Rheumatic Diseases of the Clinical Center of the University of Sarajevo between February 1 and April 1, 2023, involving patients who were admitted because of ACS.
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to identify predictors of adverse outcomes in patients recovering from acute coronary syndrome (ACS) to better recognize high-risk individuals.
- - Conducted as a retrospective cohort analysis, it followed 121 ACS patients from the University of Sarajevo over 12 months, finding that 27.3% experienced major cardiovascular events (MACE).
- - Key predictors of MACE included older age, higher creatinine levels, lower ejection fraction, and larger left atrial diameter, highlighting the importance of careful monitoring of these factors for better patient management.
. In emergency departments, chest pain is a common concern, highlighting the critical importance of distinguishing between acute coronary syndrome and other potential causes. Our research aimed to introduce and implement the HEAR score, specifically, in remote emergency outposts in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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