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Why Is The First Hour During A Heart Attack Critical??

Why is the first hour during a heart attack critical?
Thu, 17 Dec 2009
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The short and sweet answer is the longer the muscle goes without oxygen the more likely the damage is irreversible. The doctors want to start treatment to reverse the blockage as soon as possible.
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Why Is The First Hour During A Heart Attack Critical??

The short and sweet answer is the longer the muscle goes without oxygen the more likely the damage is irreversible. The doctors want to start treatment to reverse the blockage as soon as possible.