Delivering Lifesaving Thrombolysis for Acute Myocardial Infarction in an Underserved Region of Ghana: Lessons From the First Successful Case

Cureus 2026 Open access

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Authors: Abednego Attoh, Abdul-Subulr Yakubu, Dominic Akansiadi Akaateba, John Chukwuebuka Ota, Klein Khol Bezeng
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.103036
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Abstract

The management of acute coronary syndrome in northern Ghana is constrained. This is because no facility offers percutaneous coronary intervention. Thrombolysis is the only feasible reperfusion option, yet it remains significantly underutilized due to numerous barriers. In this case report, we describe the management of a 53-year-old man with ST-elevation myocardial infarction, highlighting the routine challenges faced in treating such patients in northern Ghana and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Acute Myocardial Infarction Research Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics Cardiac Ischemia and Reperfusion

Publication details

Journal / source
Cureus
Volume
18
Issue
2
Pages
e103036–e103036
Publication date
5 February 2026
Language
EN