Cardiac shock care center — the next stage in the treatment of cardiogenic shock

Abstract

The key step in achieving a significant reduction in mortality in patients with myocardial infarction (MI) was the organization of a wide network of specialized PCI-centers that provide care for patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) on the 24/7 mode in accordance to clear protocols. However, currently inhospital mortality of MI patients, complicated by cardiogenic shock (CS), remains extremely high and averages 50 %. The formation of a system of highly specialized centers seems to be the most promising opportunity to improve the prognosis of patients with CS. The article discusses the world scientific and clinical experience in organizing cardiac shock care centers, the features of their internal structure, as well as the administrative and logistical aspects of entire system operation.