Acute Coronary Syndromes Flashcards
1
Q
What is the characteristic of stable angina
A
Predictable, happens with exertion, and improves with rest
2
Q
What makes angina unstable
A
New onset, happens at rest, increased in frequency or duration
3
Q
What is vasospastic angina
A
Angina caused by vasospasm of coronary arteries due to increased in O2 demand or absence of O2
4
Q
Who is more likely to get vasospastic angina
A
Younger pts and men
5
Q
What is coronary plaque disruption
A
Disruption of the endothelium that exposes subendothelial collagen, VWF, and fibronectin
6
Q
What is involved in thrombus generation
A
Platelet adhesion via glycoprotein Ia and IIa; GP to VWF
