Coronary Artery Disease

Angioplasty

What is Acupuncture: Overview

What is Angioplasty: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results Definition and Overview Also referred to as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), angioplasty is a non-surgical procedure that involves widening a stenotic (narrowed) artery of the heart to allow proper blood flow. It…

What Is Atherosclerosis?

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which fatty deposits, known as plaque, atheroma, or atheromatous plaque, build up within the walls of the arteries. Over time, these deposits of plaque may become larger, narrowing the arteries and restricting blood flow to…

What is Coronary Artery Disease?

Coronary Artery Disease

Coronary heart disease is a condition in which the arteries that supply the heart become hardened and narrowed over time. This results in a decreased supply of blood and oxygen to the heart muscle, the myocardium. This can cause serious…

What is Myocardial Infarction?

Myocardial Infarction

Myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is a serious condition where a coronary artery (a blood vessel of the heart) is blocked and can not supply the heart muscle with blood and oxygen. This causes damage to the…