Admitted patients (n=73)—final diagnoses and reasons for admission
| Final diagnosis | Number (%) | Reason for admission |
|---|---|---|
| ECG, electrocardiograph; EST, exercise stress test. | ||
| Myocardial infarction | 23 (31.5) | All had raised enzymes, 6 also had serial ECG changes |
| Angina | 36 (49.3) | 15 raised enzymes, 11 positive EST, 4 inconclusive EST, 4 serial ECG changes, 2 clinical criteria |
| Non-specific chest pain | 5 (6.8) | 2 positive EST, 1 inconclusive EST, 2 serial ECG changes |
| Musculoskeletal | 4 (5.5) | 2 serial ECG changes, 1 raised enzymes, 1 inconclusive EST |
| Gastro-oesophageal | 3 (4.1) | 2 inconclusive EST, 1 raised enzymes |
| Other | 2 (2.7) | Both serial ECG changes |