Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)
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📋Overview
Heart attack, medically known as myocardial infarction, is a condition where blood flow to a part of the heart muscle is suddenly blocked, causing tissue damage or death. The term 'heart attack' is the common name, while 'myocardial infarction' is the preferred clinical term. It usually results from blockage of coronary arteries due to atherosclerosis and thrombosis.
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