Myocardial infarction (MI) can be recognised by clinical features, including
electrocardiographic (ECG) findings, elevated values of biochemical markers (biomarkers)
of myocardial necrosis, and by imaging, or may be defined by pathology. It is a major cause
of death and disability worldwide. MI may be the first manifestation of coronary artery
disease (CAD) or it may occur, repeatedly, in patients with established disease. Information
on MI rates can provide useful information regarding the burden of CAD within and across …