acute myocardial infarction
Meaning
Acute myocardial infarction is the medical term for a heart attack. It happens when blood flow to heart muscle is suddenly blocked, causing damage. It is an emergency that needs fast treatment to limit harm.
Synonyms
angina
coronary-artery disease
coronary
angina pectoris
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
heart attack
heart failure
cardiovascular disease
asystole
cardiac arrest
bradycardia
myocardial infarction
cardiogenic shock
myocardial infarct