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Biomarkers of acute myocardial infarction in the elderly: troponin and beyond

2014; Dove Medical Press; Linguagem: Inglês

10.2147/cia.s31522

ISSN

1178-1998

Autores

Charles L. Campbell, Alison Bailey, Mike Rains, C. Laney,

Tópico(s)

Cardiac Fibrosis and Remodeling

Resumo

Abstract: In the broadest context, biological markers, or biomarkers, are molecules that characterize a biological system or process. In the setting of cardiovascular disease, a number of biomarkers have become an integral part of diagnostic and risk stratification strategies. In this review, we will discuss classic and emerging biomarkers of cardiovascular disease and the role of these biomarkers in the diagnosis and prognosis of elderly patients presenting with acute myocardial infarction. Keywords: cardiovascular disease, biological markers, diagnosis, prognosis

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