Doctors worldwide adopt the first universal heart attack definition, addressing overlooked causes and introducing sex-specific thresholds to enhance women's treatment outcomes.
The historic agreement was announced at the annual congress of the ESC
Aug 30, 2026
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What's the storyThe world's leading cardiovascular health organizations have agreed to a new universal definition of a heart attack.
The move is expected to greatly improve treatment for millions of women, who have long been overlooked in this area.
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