What is the primary difference between STEMI and NSTEMI?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the differences between two types of myocardial infarctions: STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) and NSTEMI (Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction). We'll explore the characteristics, causes, and implications of each type.
Answer
STEMI has complete artery blockage with ST-segment elevation. NSTEMI has partial artery blockage without ST-segment elevation.
The primary difference between STEMI and NSTEMI is that STEMI involves complete blockage of a major artery leading to ST-segment elevation, while NSTEMI involves partial blockage of a smaller artery or a minor blockage of a major artery, without ST-segment elevation.
Answer for screen readers
The primary difference between STEMI and NSTEMI is that STEMI involves complete blockage of a major artery leading to ST-segment elevation, while NSTEMI involves partial blockage of a smaller artery or a minor blockage of a major artery, without ST-segment elevation.
More Information
STEMI and NSTEMI are both types of heart attacks, but they are differentiated by the presence of ST-segment elevation in an ECG and whether the blockage of coronary arteries is complete or partial.
Tips
A common mistake is to confuse the type of artery blockage or the ECG changes seen in STEMI versus NSTEMI.
Sources
- STEMI vs NSTEMI - Straight A Nursing - straightanursingstudent.com
- Non-ST-Segment Myocardial Infarction Explained - Verywell Health - verywellhealth.com
- NSTEMI vs STEMI: Differentiating Myocardial Infarctions - YouTube - youtube.com
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