Abstract:INTRODUCTION: Acute ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) occurs most commonly when
thrombus formation causes occlusion of a major coronary vessel. Thrombolytic therapy is a signicant
advancement in the treatment of STEMI. Clinical trials have established the safety and efcacy of thrombolytic therapy in
STEMI when administered within 12 hours of the onset of symptoms; the earlier it is administered, the greater the benet.
METHODOLOGY: A Cross-sectional observational study was carried out at Sir T. Hosp… Show more
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