Acute Myocardial Infarction
Acute Myocardial Infarction
Acute Myocardial Infarction (pronunciation: a-kyoot my-oh-car-dee-al in-fark-shun), also known as AMI or a heart attack, is a medical condition that occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is blocked, usually by a blood clot. This can damage or destroy part of the heart muscle.
Etymology
The term "Acute Myocardial Infarction" is derived from the Greek words "akutos" (meaning sharp or severe), "myo" (meaning muscle), "kardia" (meaning heart), and "infarctus" (meaning stuffed into).
Related Terms
- Angina: Chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle.
- Atherosclerosis: A disease in which plaque builds up inside the arteries.
- Coronary artery disease: A disease that involves the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries.
- Ischemia: An inadequate blood supply to an organ or part of the body, especially the heart muscles.
- Thrombosis: The formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Acute Myocardial Infarction include chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, lightheadedness, and cold sweats. It is a medical emergency and requires immediate treatment.
Treatment
Treatment for Acute Myocardial Infarction includes medications, lifestyle changes, and in some cases, surgical procedures. The goal of treatment is to restore blood flow to the heart muscle and prevent further damage.
Prevention
Prevention of Acute Myocardial Infarction involves managing risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Wikipedia's article - Acute Myocardial Infarction
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