CHD and CVD Flashcards
1
Q
what is CHD
A
coronary arteries become blocked with fatty plaque
2
Q
how does CHD cause a heart attack
A
less blood flows to heart so less oxygen around the body so less energy can be produced for respiration
3
Q
what is a stent
A
hollow tube put in arteries to keep them open and blood flowing
4
Q
what are staints
A
reduce cholesterol in blood which slows the rate of build up of plaque
5
Q
what is a artificial valve
A
valve either made of a man made material or human/ animal tissue
