Define the Following Term

question 70

Short Answer

define the following term:
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Definitions:

Myocardium

The thick, muscular layer of the heart wall that is responsible for the heart's contractions and pumping blood throughout the body.

Myocardial Infarction

A medical condition commonly known as a heart attack, characterized by the interruption of blood flow to a part of the heart, causing heart muscle damage.

Angina Pectoris

A condition marked by severe chest pain due to insufficient blood flow to the heart muscle, often a symptom of coronary artery disease.

Stroke

A medical condition caused by the interruption of blood supply to part of the brain, leading to cell death and potentially resulting in paralysis, speech difficulties, and other health issues.