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Chronic Ischaemic Heart Disease Flashcards

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What is chronic ischaemic heart disease and why is it mostly asymptomatic?

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Gradual enlargement of a stable atherosclerotic plaque in coronary arteries leading to gradual luminal stenosis. Asymptomatic because myocardium can undergo compensatory changes like LVH (eventual decompensation, chronic heart failure).

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Medicine & Surgery: Cardiovascular (30 decks)

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