Angina patho review Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is angina?
A
When oxygen demand exceeds supply in the heart
2
Q
What is the classic symptom?
A
Chest pain/discomfort
3
Q
What is stable angina?
A
When chest pain comes in a predictable pattern (with exertion)
Relieved with rest and/or nitroglycerin
4
Q
MI
A
Caused by an obstruction in one or more coronary arteries
Usually a result of plaque, thrombus, or both
Ischemia leads to injury, which leads to infarction (cell death)
5
Q
Unstable angina
A
When angina becomes more frequent, severe, prolonged, or during periods of rest
Requires immediate intervention - associated with increased risk of MI
6
Q
Variant(vasospastic) angina
A
Caused by spasms of coronary arteries
7
Q
Silent ischemia
A
Asymptomatic ischemia
Associated with acute MI and sudden death due to not seeking medical attention
