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1
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What does acute MI plaque rupture and thrombus formation leads to?

A

It leads to acute coronary syndromes such as:
- Unstable angina
- NSTEMI
(less obvious on ECG, partial vessel occlusion)
- STEMI
(complete vessel occlusion)

2
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How do you treat a NSTEMI?

A
  • Dual anti-platelet therapy
  • B-blockers
  • ACE inhibitors
  • statins
3
Q

How do you treat a STEMI?

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The aim is to open the artery quickly

  • Primary percutaneous coronary intervention
  • Systemic thrombolysis- drug that dissolves blood clots
4
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What are the non-modifiable risk factors for atherosclerosis

A

age
gender-male
family history

5
Q

How can atheroslcerosis formation be prevented?

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Through regular exercise- as it reduces the amount of fat in your blood

6
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Describe typical chest pain

A
  • Site- middle of chest
  • Radiation- arm, jaw, other
  • Character- tight, pressure
  • Severity- variable, severe
  • Duration- prolonged
  • Associated symptoms- breathlessness, tightness