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Myocardial Infarction

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Outlook

Myocardial Infarction Outlook

What to expect with myocardial infarction:

About 1 out of every 10 people with a myocardial infarction die from the illness.

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Last Updated: Jun 4, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Myocardial Infarction References:

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