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You could have blood clots, plaque build up, damage to the vessels from an infection or a congenital defect that causes narrowing.
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If a blockage occurs in one of the blood vessels of the heart What is likely to be the effect of this blockage?
A heart attack or myocardial infarction.
What health risks exist if you have artery blockage?
pressure may cause it to bulge like a balloon directly above or below the blockage, causing a weakening of the vessel wall. The aorta may eventually rupture, causing massive bleeding and death
What is the name for blockage in the heart?
Angina
Does a vegetarian diet reduce blockage?
If you mean blockage of the intestines, it can--eat high fiber foods (please see a health professional about this) If you mean blockage of the arteries, yes, but you must minimize animal fat (I've known vegetarians with heart disease--animal fats must be drastically reduced).
Can a blockage in the apex of the heart be stented?
yes
What is the blockage of blood flow to the heart?
Death.
What cause heart attrack?
A blockage in one of the main blood vessels of the heart.
What if there is a blockage is the coronary artery?
A total blockage will cause the heart to stop from oxygen depletion, resulting in heartattack, and death.
Is artery blockage the leading cause of heart attacks?
Yes, artery blockage is the leading cause of heart attacks in individuals. There are other risk factors that you should be aware about as well.
What problem can be effectively treated with emergency surgery?
Heart attacks are very effectively treated with emergency surgery depending upon the part of the heart affected, whether there is arterial blockage and overall health. Arrhythmia can develop, as well as stroke.
What commonly causes heart attacks?
Blockage in a vein or artery that stops the blood flow to and from the heart.
What is the prognosis for bundle branch block?
The prognosis of blockage in any of the three bundle branches depends on the prognosis of the associated heart disease. The associated diseases determine the outcome of the patient's health.
