Heart ischaemia
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Heart ischaemia
Heart disease. Artwork showing a heart with ischaemia (oxygen shortage) due to a blocked artery. The cardiac tissue beneath the blockage (grey) is being starved of oxygen due to a lack of blood reaching the region. The narrowing and blocking of arteries, known as stenosis, is caused by atherosclerosis. This is when fatty deposits (atheroma) build up inside the artery inner wall, restricting the diameter of the vessel for blood to flow through. When the blood supply to the heart is interrupted, it often leads to a myocardial infarction (heart attack). Treatments for this usually include thrombolytic medicine (dissolves blood clots) and heart bypass surgery
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Arteriosclerotic Vascular Disease Asvd Atheroma Atherosclerosis Blockage Blocking Cardiac Cardio Vascular Cardiology Cholesterol Heart Attack Ischaemia Myocardial Infarction Stenosis Thrombus Artery Condition Disorder Health Care
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This artwork from Science Photo Library depicts the detrimental effects of heart ischaemia, a condition caused by a blocked artery leading to oxygen shortage. The intricate illustration showcases a heart with grey tissue beneath the blockage, symbolizing the cardiac muscle being starved of vital oxygen due to restricted blood flow. This narrowing and blocking of arteries, known as stenosis, occurs as fatty deposits called atheroma accumulate within the inner walls of the artery, constricting its diameter. The consequences of interrupted blood supply to the heart are often dire and can result in a myocardial infarction or heart attack. However, medical science offers effective treatments for this life-threatening condition. Thrombolytic medicine plays an essential role in dissolving blood clots that obstruct circulation, while heart bypass surgery provides an alternative route for blood flow. This thought-provoking image serves as a reminder of the importance of cardiovascular health and highlights how conditions like atherosclerosis can lead to severe complications if left untreated. It represents both biology and medicine coming together to understand and combat disorders that affect our most vital organ – the human heart. Science Photo Library continues its mission to provide exceptional visual resources in various scientific fields without commercial intent.
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