Myocardial infarction, also known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow decreases or stops to a part of the heart, causing damage to the heart muscle. The main symptoms of a heart attack include chest pain or discomfort that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back, pain in other areas like the arms, back, neck, or jaw and shortness of breath. There are various treatment options available for myocardial infarction including medications like antiplatelets, beta ... Read more

Myocardial infarction also known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow decreases or stops to a part of the heart, causing damage to the heart muscle. Heart attack can cause significant health problems and even death. A heart attack is primarily caused by coronary artery disease, which refers to the narrowing or blocking of the coronary arteries due to a build-up of plaque in the arteries. Commonly experienced symptoms of a heart attack include chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, and ... Read more

Myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide. Despite advancements in medicine, the prevalence and burden of this disease continue to rise at an alarming rate. This article aims to provide a detailed overview of myocardial infarction, its causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

What is a Myocardial Infarction?

A myocardial infarction occurs when a ... Read more