Early Treatment for Non‐ST‐Segment Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome Is Associated with Appropriate Discharge Care

Acute treatment is associated with improved in‐hospital outcomes for patients with non‐ST‐segment elevation acute coronary syndrome (NSTE ACS).

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