B7 quick questions Flashcards
what is coronary heart disease
layer of fatty material that builds up inside the coronary arteries narowing them, results in a lack of oxygen for the heart
what is a stent
device inserted into a blocked arterie to keep it open allowing more blood and oxygen to the heart
what are statins
drugs that reduce the blood cholesterol levels slowing the rate of fatty material deposit
what is a faulty heart valve
valve that doesnt open properly or leaks
how can a faulty heart valve be treated
replace with a boilogical or mechanical valve
when do heart transplants take place
in cases of heart failure
what are artificial hearts used for
keep patients alive whilst waiting for a transplant heart, ot to aloow the heart rest and recovery
what factors can affect health
disease, diet, stress, life situations, excersize
wjhat is a risk factor
aspect of lifestyle or substance in the body hat can increase the risk oof a disease developing
give five risk factors
diet, smoking, carcinogens, excersize, alcohol
what iscancer
a reuslt of changes in cells that lead to uncontrlled growth and cell division by mitosis
what are two risk factors that affect the development of cancers
lifestyle and genetic factors
