This review discusses the new recommendations in the 2023 European Society of Cardiology guidelines on the management of acute coronary syndrome and provides a perspective on topics specific to clinical practice in the Netherlands, including pre-treatment, antiplatelet agent strategies, the use of risk scores and logistical considerations with regard to the timing of coronary angiography.
Keywords: Acute coronary syndrome; Antiplatelet therapy; Guidelines; Percutaneous coronary intervention.
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