The depression is common among patients who have an ACS with prevalence ranges from 16% to 23%. The rate is substantially higher than in the general population and primary care patients. Depression in cardiac patients is often both chronic and recurrent.

Despite its frequency, this psychiatric problem often go unrecognized and can persist for months to years, substantially impacting quality of life. In the setting of ACS, where great attention has been given to its frequent coexistence and prognostic import, rate of depression recognition is unknown.

Objective :

To recognize  incidence and prevalence of  depression in ACS

Methods:

All patients presenting with acute coronary syndrome were assessed for depression.

Conclusion :

The study suggested that depressive symptoms should be included in the group of modifiable post–ACS risk factors that have a negative impact on patients quality of life and should therefore be considered in efforts to improve the health of these patients. Assessment of depressive symptoms in coronary patients should be performed independently of other cardiovascular risk factors, particularly in the elderly, men, and those who have the modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease.