Coronary Heart Disease Flashcards

1
Q

Which artery is most often occluded in acute MI?

A

LAD artery

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2
Q

Name some characteristics of angina that aid diagnosis

A

Pain on exertion, relieved by rest
Visceral pain
Specific timing/trigger factor

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3
Q

Pain assoc. with pericarditis worsens upon sitting forward. True/False?

A

False
Eases upon sitting forward

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4
Q

Name coronary revascularisation procedures

A

Coronary arterial bypass grafting (CABG)
Coronary angioplasty (PCI)

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5
Q

Which coronary revascularisation - CABG or PCI - has been proven to be better? Why?

A

CABG is more safe and has fewer adverse effects

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6
Q

Which arteries are commonly used for PCI?

A

Femoral
Radial

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7
Q

What vessels are used for CABG?

A

Saphenous vein + internal mammary artery

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