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Myocardial infarction Flashcards

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What does infarction mean

A

Tissue death from lack of blood flow

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What is coronary circulation?

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Small arteries and veins that supply the heart with oxygen.

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What is the main cause of an MI

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Coronary artery disease

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What is an MI caused by

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Decreased or complete cessation of blood flow to a portion of the myocardium. These my be silent and go undetected.

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