GREAT DEBATE: THE UNIVERSAL DEFINITION OF MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION IS FLAWED AND SHOULD BE PUT TO REST

Cardiovascular Research Institute Basel, University Hospital Basel, Health New Zealand, National Heart and Lung Institute, St. George's, University of London

The article critiques the current universal definition of myocardial infarction, emphasizing the need for a more accurate classification that reflects the complexities of myocardial injury. It reviews the evolution of the definition and its impact on clinical practice, particularly in distinguishing acute MI from other myocardial injuries. The authors advocate for a reexamination of the criteria used to define MI to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient management.