- Alev Arat Ozkan: Istanbul Üniversitesi Kardiyoloji Enstitüsü, Haseki Sultan Mah., 34096 Fatih, Istanbul. alevarat@hotmail.com
Coronary heart disease is the main cause of death in the world as well as in Turkey. It's not only a health issue but also a social problem with a high economic burden and negative impact on quality of life. The majority of deaths are attributable to acute coronary syndromes (ACS) and their complications.This review summarizes some important facts regarding ACS epidemiology in the world and in Turkey.