Percutaneous coronary intervention, coronary artery bypass grafting and mortality from acute myocardial infarction in EU15+ countries, 2006–2020: a secondary analysis of the OECD database

Despite evidence supporting CABG over PCI in specific scenarios, CABG rates have declined, and PCI rates have increased. Possible factors for this trend may include patient preference and advancement in interventional techniques. The varied use of PCI among these nations, alongside a sustained decline in AMI mortality rates, may be expected given the importance of optimal medical therapy in the management of ischaemic heart disease. The results further suggest the significance of factors beyond revascularisation in driving improved outcomes.