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TIMI score

Pronunciation: TIH-mee score

Thrombolysis in Myocardial Infarction risk score, used for risk stratification in acute coronary syndromes. Different versions exist for STEMI and NSTEMI/UA.

Full Definition

The Thrombolysis in Myocardial Infarction (TIMI) score is a clinical risk stratification tool developed to predict adverse outcomes in patients with acute coronary syndromes. Separate TIMI risk scores exist for STEMI and NSTEMI/unstable angina, each incorporating different clinical variables. The NSTEMI TIMI score includes factors such as age ≥65, ≥3 coronary risk factors, known coronary stenosis, aspirin use, elevated cardiac markers, ST deviation, and recent severe angina. In cardiometabolic practice, TIMI scores help identify high-risk diabetic patients who benefit from early aggressive intervention and intensive pharmacological therapy.

Usage

Usage note: Specify STEMI or NSTEMI version when referencing; different scoring systems.

In Context

  • "TIMI score of 5 indicated high risk warranting early invasive management." — Risk stratification
  • "The NSTEMI TIMI score guides antiplatelet therapy duration and intensity." — Treatment guideline

Also known as

TIMI risk score

Don't confuse with

GRACE score CRUSADE score

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