STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction)
What it is
This is a serious type of heart attack where a coronary artery is completely
blocked. It requires immediate medical intervention to prevent permanent heart muscle damage.
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The "Golden Hour": Fast treatment is critical. Dr. Nadig’s average door-to-balloon time is ~47 minutes, significantly faster than the national average
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Our Approach: Emergency percutaneous intervention to reopen the artery and restore blood flow immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions :
It is the time from when a heart attack patient enters the hospital to when the blocked artery is opened.
Faster times mean less heart muscle is damaged; Dr. Nadig's 47-minute average is well below the national standard of 90 minutes.
Most STEMI patients require a percutaneous intervention, which often involves placing a stent to keep the artery open