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Acute Coronary Syndrome

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) refers to a range of conditions caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, often due to plaque buildup in the coronary arteries. This can lead to chest pain, shortness of breath, or even a heart attack. ACS is typically divided into three categories: unstable angina (chest pain that occurs unexpectedly), non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), which is a more severe heart attack. Prompt medical attention is crucial for effective treatment and to reduce the risk of serious complications.

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    Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) refers to a range of conditions caused by reduced blood flow to the heart, often due to the buildup of fatty deposits in coronary arteries. This can lead to chest pain, shortness of breath, or even a heart attack. ACS includes unstable angina (chest pain that occurs at rest or increases in severity) and myocardial infarction (heart attack). It requires immediate medical attention to restore blood flow and prevent heart damage, making it critical to recognize its symptoms early for effective treatment.