The Impact of Diabetes on Survival Among Myocardial Infarction Patients

What is it about?

This study examines the impact of diabetes on survival among patients with first acute myocardial infarction using data from the World Health Organization (WHO) Monitoring Trends and Determinants of Cardiovascular Disease (MONICA) Project in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. The study found that the age-adjusted 28-day case fatality for women with diabetes was significantly higher than for women without diabetes, and the difference for men was also significant. The study concludes that the increased risk of death in diabetic patients remained after accounting for their poorer risk factor profiles, and the relative impact of diabetes on survival is greater in women than in men.

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Why is it important?

The research is important as it investigates the impact of diabetes on survival among patients with first acute myocardial infarction. It provides evidence that diabetes has a significant negative effect on survival, even after accounting for the patients' risk factor profiles. The findings highlight the need for early identification and proper management of diabetes in patients with coronary heart disease to improve survival outcomes. Key Takeaways: 1. Diabetes increases the risk of death in patients with acute myocardial infarction, even after adjusting for risk factor profiles. 2. The relative impact of diabetes on survival is greater in women than in men. 3. The study provides evidence from a population-based monitoring system, which is essential for understanding the effects of diabetes on survival of MI patients.