Myocardial Ischemia

Overview

A disorder of cardiac function caused by insufficient blood flow to the muscle tissue of the heart. The decreased blood flow may be due to narrowing of the coronary arteries (CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE), to obstruction by a thrombus (CORONARY THROMBOSIS), or less commonly, to diffuse narrowing of arterioles and other small vessels within the heart. Severe interruption of the blood supply to the myocardial tissue may result in necrosis of cardiac muscle (MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION).

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Quick facts about Myocardial Ischemia

Topic type

Condition

Category

Cardiology

MeSH classification

C14.280.647|C14.907.585

Preparing for an appointment about Myocardial Ischemia

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• Write down your symptoms and when they started.
• Bring details of any medicines, supplements or previous treatments.
• Ask what tests or assessments may be needed.
• Ask what treatment or management options may be suitable.
• Ask when you should seek urgent medical help or follow-up care.

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