Factors associated with prehospital delay in acute myocardial infarction in Maldives

ConclusionSea ambulance, referral cases, lack of knowledge, and denial of symptoms are significant factors associated with prehospital delay among patients with AMI. Public awareness about the benefits of early presentation and improvement of the means of transportation between islands is suggested to improve emergency cardiac care in the country.
Source: International Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research