Intravenous Erythropoietin in Patients With ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction

Acute ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. In experimental models of MI, erythropoietin reduces infarct size and improves left ventricular (LV) function.To evaluate the safety and efficacy of a single intravenous bolus of epoetin alfa in patients with STEMI.A prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with a dose-escalation safety phase and a single dose (60,000 U...