coronary heart disease Flashcards
What is coronary heart disease?
when the coronary arteries become blocked
What blocks this?
The build up of fatty material
What does this cause?
coronary arteries to become more narrow so less blood can flow through
What happens to the oxygen reaching the heart muscle?
There is less of it
What health issues can this cause?
put’s strain on the heart and can cause a heart attack
What is a stent?
Tube place inside arteries to keep them open - blood can keep flowing
What are the benefits of stents?
quick surgery
lasting
What are the issues?
surgery could cause a heart attack or an infection
Develop a blood clot
What is a statin?
medication - balances cholesterol in blood stream
What are benefits of statins?
reduces risks of other things like strokes and heart attacks
What is a negative of statins?
taken regulary
unwanted side effects
