A randomized comparison evaluating the value of high-sensitivity troponin in the efficient management of chest pain patients across the spectrum of risk for an acute coronary syndrome [ 2012 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Derek Chew (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Carolyn Astley ,  A/Pr Christopher Zeitz ,  A/Pr Matthew Worthley ,  Dr Stephen Quinn
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Brief description Chest pain patients are a large burden of emergency department demand. Their effective care requires timely risk assessment. High-sensitivity assays for cardiac muscle damage (troponin) increases the ability to detect patients with heart attacks, but may also lead to more abnormal results from other causes and more admissions. This randomized trial of current troponin versus a new troponin assays with robust initial evaluation of patient risk will provide a rationale for their use in modern care.

Funding Amount $AUD 508,567.39

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant