Mr. Jones is transported directly to the Heart Institute angiographic suite where he is assessed and is shown to have an acute occlusion of his left anterior descending coronary artery which is successfully opened with a newly developed thrombolytic agent undergoing clinical trial.

    Mr Jones' symptoms are relieved, he undergoes angioplasty and stenting the next day and he is discharged from hospital after 2 days. Prior to discharge, Mr. Jones and his family participated in a comprehensive coronary education program. His family physician and home care providers are notified electronically of the admission and follow-up arrangements via MAINsuite™.

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