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The Cardiovacsular system Flashcards

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Ablation

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A procedure that usually carries catheterization to treat abnormal heart rythms by eliminating the tissue that causes arrythmias

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Aneurism

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Bulging of a weakened or thinned area in a blood vessel or heart (Aneurisma)

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Angioplasty

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A noninvasive procedure to treat narrow arteries by inflating them with a balloon (Angioplastia)

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Aorta

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The largest artery in the body, which supplies blood to the organs and tissues from heart

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Arrythmia

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This condition is characterized by an irregular, fast, or slow heart rate

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Arteriography

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Using an injection of contrast dye, this study is done in combination with cardiac catheterization to look at the arterial system near the heart

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Arteriosclerosis

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This is commonly referred to as the “hardening of arteries” which is caused by a buildup of calcium or fatty deposits against the walls of the artery, causing them to become thick and occluded

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Artery

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A vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the rest of the body

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Atrium

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Plural term is atria, which refers to the two upper chambers of the heart

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Balloon Catheter

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A long flexible tube with a small balloon at the tip inserted into an artery to expand the vessel

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Blood Clot

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A thick gelatinous mass on coagulated blood, which can stop blood flow

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Bypass

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A surgical procedure that improves blood flow by creating a new route around the

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CAD-Coronary Artery Disease

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It is a condition characterized by arterial narrowing resulting from plaque buildup and can lead to heart attack due to obstructed blood flow from the heart

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Cardiac Arrest

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This is the cessation of a heartbeat, generally because of interrupted electrical activity

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Cardiac catheterization

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A procedure involving insertion of a fine, hollow tube into an artery in order to visualize the heart and other blood vessels to diagnose heart disease

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Cardiac failure

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A chronic condition in which the heart does not pump enough blood to meet the bodys needs. Also known as congestive heart failure (CHF)

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Cardiac stress test

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A test that usually involves exercising in a monitored environment in order to measure the hearts ability to respond to exertion

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Cardiomyopathy

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Disease of the heart muscle that leads to deterioration of heart function and its ability to pump blood

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Congenital heart defect

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A heart defect present at birth and caused by poor cardiac development in utero

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CPR

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Stands for CardioPulmonary Resuscitation. Its an emergency procedure using mouth-to-mouth breathing and chest compressions to circulate the patients blood and keep the heart pumping.

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Defibrillator

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A machine that uses electrical shocks to correct an abnormal or rapid heartbeat and restore regular rate and rhythm

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DVT

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This stands for Deep Vein Thrombosis. A thrombus is a blood clot, and a dvt is a clot located deep in one of the calf veins, obstructing blood flow to and from the heart

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Echocardiogram

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Usually called Echo. A diagnostic test that uses ultrasound waves to produce live images of the heart

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EKG or ECG

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This stands for Electrocardiogram. It is a test to look for problems with electrical activity in the heart by connecting electrodes to the chest wall and tracing the waves of activity onto paper

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Embolus

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Also called an embolism or blood clot, it starts in one vessel but travels to another

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Endocarditis

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A bacterial infection affecting the inner lining of the heart muscle

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Endocardium

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The innermost layer of the heart, which is a smooth membrane covering the inside of the organ

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Fibrillation

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Disorganized and rapid contraction of the heart muscle, which leads to ineffective blood flow from the heart

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Flutter

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ineffective and rapid heart muscle contractions, but more coordinated than fibrillation

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Hypertension

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High Blood Pressure. This is when the blood pumping from the heart is excessive and beats against the vessel walls. The opposite is hypotension, or low blood pressure

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ICD

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This stands for Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator. ICDs are similar to pacemakers, but they are more effective in patients at high risk for or with history of sudden cardiac arrest

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Ischemia

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Decreased blood flow to organs due to diseases or obstructed arteries, leading to damage of the tissue or organ

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Murmur

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Abnormal heart sound due to turbulent blood flow, superimposed on normal heart sounds. It is likely caused buy damaged heart valves that are not closing, leading to backflow of blood into the heart chamber

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Myocardial infarction

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This is a heart attack, indicating damage or death to the heart muscle or myocardium. It is usually due to blocked blood flow to the area.

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Pacemaker

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An electronic device implanted surgically to regulate the heartbeat

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Palpitation

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A fluttering and uncomfortable feeling in the chest due to irregular heartbeat

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Pericardium

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The outer lining, or fibrous sac surrounding the heart. Pericarditis is inflammation in this area

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Platelets

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One of three types of blood cells that help with blood clotting

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Sheath

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A tiny flexible tube inserted into a vein or artery to help position a catheter

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Stenosis

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Constriction or narrowing of a vessel or valve opening

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Stent

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Expandable metal mesh device placed in a narrowed artery to keep it open

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Syncope

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Inadequate blood supply to the brain, leading to fainting or loss of consciousness. This is usually caused by arrhythmia

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Tachycardia

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Abnormally rapid heart rate

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Thrombosis

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This is a blood clot inside the arteries, vessels, or heart cavity

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TIA

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This stands for Transient Ischemic Attacks. Its a minor stroke that lasts a short time due to blocked blood flow in the vessels

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Triglycerides

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These are a type of fat found in the blood, a high concentration may increase the risk of heart disease.

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Valves

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These are openings between heart chambers allowing for blood flow in and out of the heart

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Varicose Vein

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Abnormal bulging and twisting of a vein

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Vena Cava

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The superior and inferior vena cava are the large veins that carry blood into the heart

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Ventricles

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The right and left ventricles are the two lower chambers of the heart

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throm/o

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clot

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angl/o

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vessel

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cardi/o

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heart

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sten/o

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narrow

The Cardiovascular System (3 decks)

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