What are the goals of treating patients with SIHD?
The paramount goals of treating patients with SIHD are to minimize the likelihood of death while maximizing health and function. The more specific objectives are to: (1) reduce symptoms of angina, (2) reduce the risk of future acute coronary events, (3) improve exercise capacity, (4) improve quality of life, (5) reduce the need for cardiac interventions, and (6) reduce the risk of sudden death.