Ischaemic Heart Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is ischaemic heart disease also known as?
A
Coronary artery disease
2
Q
What characterises ischaemic heart disease?
A
Reduced blood supply to myocardium due to stenosis or occlusion of the coronary arteries
3
Q
What is the primary cause of ischaemic heart disease?
A
Atherosclerosis
4
Q
List the main types of ischaemic heart disease.
A
- Angina pectoris
- Myocardial infarction
- Sudden cardiac death
5
Q
True or False: Myocardial infarction is a type of ischaemic heart disease.
A
True
6
Q
Fill in the blank: The primary cause of ischaemic heart disease is _______.
A
atherosclerosis
