Abstract:Summary
Introduction
ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is one of the main causes of congestive heart failure (CHF). The main symptom of CHF is exercise tolerance impairment. The aim of the study was to evaluate the prevalence and risk factors for impaired exercise tolerance in patients after STEMI.
Methods and Results
A total of 84 patients with STEMI were analysed in the study. Cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) was performed 6 months after STEMI. Impaired exercise tolerance defined as peak VO2 < 8… Show more
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