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- ...DY-tis) A condition in which the tissue lining the inside of the heart and heart valves becomes inflamed (red and swollen). Endocarditis can be caused by in ...DY-tis) A condition in which the tissue lining the inside of the heart and heart valves becomes inflamed (red and swollen). Endocarditis can be caused by in670 bytes (91 words) - 12:53, 11 January 2023
- ...ype found in the inner lining of blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and the heart ...ype found in the inner lining of blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and the heart {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicine]]482 bytes (64 words) - 17:24, 11 January 2023
- ...gitation]]''' or '''[[valvular incompetence]]''', is a condition where the heart's valves do not close properly, leading to backward flow of blood. ...s can lead to symptoms such as [[shortness of breath]], [[fatigue]], and [[heart palpitations]].2 KB (206 words) - 22:40, 14 February 2024
- ...raining, and education programs to promote the prevention and treatment of heart, lung, and blood diseases. ...was established by the [[United States Congress]] in 1948 as the National Heart Institute, and was later expanded to include research on lung and blood dis2 KB (217 words) - 06:08, 4 February 2024
- ...en-doh-my-oh-car-dee-al by-op-see) is a medical procedure used to diagnose heart diseases. ...k words: "endo" meaning inside, "myo" meaning muscle, and "cardia" meaning heart. "Biopsy" is derived from the Greek words "bios" meaning life and "opsis" m2 KB (257 words) - 01:32, 13 February 2024
- '''Tienoxolol''' (pronunciation: tee-en-ox-oh-lol) is a [[beta blocker]] used in the treatment of [[hypertension]] ...vessels. This effect reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.1 KB (183 words) - 14:49, 6 February 2024
- |Short definition=Coenzyme Q10 - {{Pronunciation}} (koh-EN-zime. ...spinach. It is being studied to prevent and treat some types of cancer and heart disease, and to reduce side effects caused by some cancer treatments. Also856 bytes (125 words) - 13:34, 8 January 2023
- ...cles (the lower chambers of the heart). This can lead to episodes of rapid heart rate (tachycardia). ...-entering, and 'tachycardia' from the Greek 'tachys' (swift) and 'kardia' (heart).2 KB (256 words) - 22:22, 7 February 2024
- ...d: in-FEK-tiv en-do-kar-DI-tis) is an infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves, known as the [[endocardium]]. ...is derived from the Greek words "endo" meaning "inside", "kardia" meaning "heart", and "itis" meaning "inflammation". The prefix "infective" indicates that2 KB (182 words) - 20:11, 7 February 2024
- '''Quatrefoil Reentry''' (pronunciation: kwah-truh-foil ree-en-tree) is a term used in the field of [[Cardiology]] to describe a specific ...lse in the heart travels in a circular or looping path, leading to a rapid heart rate or [[Tachycardia|tachycardia]].2 KB (212 words) - 17:19, 10 February 2024
- ...a type of [[cardiac arrhythmia]] that occurs in the [[ventricles]] of the heart. ...hythmia. "Ventricular" refers to the ventricles, the lower chambers of the heart, and "arrhythmia" is derived from the Greek words "a-", meaning "not", "rhy2 KB (255 words) - 04:41, 12 February 2024
- ...en-one) is a [[Steroidal antimineralocorticoid]] used primarily to treat [[Heart failure]] and [[Hypertension]]. It is a synthetic [[Steroid]] and is classi ...retain salt and water, leading to raised blood pressure and strain on the heart.2 KB (207 words) - 04:19, 14 February 2024
- ...the term comes from ''endo-'' meaning inside, ''cardial'' referring to the heart, ''fibro'' indicating fibrous tissue, and ''elastosis'' referring to a cond ...g connective tissue and elastic fibers. This can lead to a decrease in the heart's ability to pump blood effectively.2 KB (275 words) - 14:56, 11 February 2024
- ...ation Myocardial Infarction'''. It is a type of [[myocardial infarction]] (heart attack) that is identified by specific changes on an [[electrocardiogram]] ...derived from Greek, with "myo-" meaning muscle, "cardial" referring to the heart, and "infarction" referring to the death of tissue due to lack of blood sup2 KB (264 words) - 20:57, 4 February 2024
- ...hmia]] that originates from the [[atrioventricular node]] (AV node) of the heart. ...chys'', meaning "swift", and ''kardia'', meaning "heart") refers to a fast heart rate.2 KB (260 words) - 23:33, 3 February 2024
- ...his protein plays a crucial role in maintaining the normal function of the heart. ...mal function of [[Cardiac muscle|cardiac muscle cells]], which control the heart's rhythm.2 KB (258 words) - 23:41, 14 February 2024
- '''Bufadienolide''' (pronounced boo-fa-die-en-oh-lide) is a type of [[Steroid|steroidal]] compound that is found in certa ...for their ability to increase the force of heart contractions and regulate heart rhythm.2 KB (245 words) - 05:34, 14 February 2024
- The term "anti-nRNP" is pronounced as "anti-en-arp-en". ...that can affect any part of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood vessels, liver, brain, and nerves.2 KB (191 words) - 16:27, 5 February 2024
- ...ietary patterns, particularly fat intake, and the prevalence of [[coronary heart disease]] (CHD) in different populations. ...ticularly the consumption of saturated fats, and the incidence of coronary heart disease. The results of the study significantly influenced dietary guidelin2 KB (271 words) - 21:44, 11 February 2024
- '''Encainide''' (pronounced as en-KAY-nide) is a class 1C [[antiarrhythmic agent]] that was primarily used in ...ration. This results in a decrease in excitability and conductivity of the heart muscle, helping to restore normal rhythm.2 KB (206 words) - 16:25, 5 February 2024