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PreHEART score for emergency medical services triage of chest pain: a randomised trial.

Heart (British Cardiac Society)·September 29, 2026·PMID 42810856

Why it matters

Prehospital triage of chest pain remains challenging, with risk of missed ACS or unnecessary conveyance. This trial provides evidence that a structured score can safely reduce emergency department visits and costs while maintaining safety, and may improve ACS detection in women—a group often underdiagnosed.

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