Internal medicine journal
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Internal medicine journal · May 2012
Multicenter StudyCurrent discharge management of acute coronary syndromes: baseline results from a national quality improvement initiative.
Evidence-practice gaps exist in the continuum of care for patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS), particularly at hospital discharge. ⋯ The findings of our baseline audit showed that despite the robust evidence base and availability of national guidelines, the management of patients with ACS can be improved. These findings will inform a multifaceted intervention strategy to improve adherence to guidelines for the discharge management of patients with ACS.