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Understanding an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Beta-blockers , which slow the heart rate and reduce blood pressure. Anticoagulants to prevent blood clots. Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery for those with blocked arteries, improving blood flow to the heart muscle. Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) , a mechanical pump that helps the heart pump blood more effectively.

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Understanding the Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest

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A heart attack, or myocardial infarction, happens when an artery becomes blocked, reducing blood flow to the heart muscle. This blockage is often caused by a blood clot or the buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries, which supply the heart with oxygen-rich blood. What is a Heart Attack?

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The First 60 Minutes of a Heart Attack: The Golden Hour

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Three coronary arteries supply blood to the heart. When one of these arteries becomes completely blocked by a blood clot, it results in a heart attack, also known as MI (Myocardial infarction). Medical and Surgical Treatment in a Heart Attack An MI occurs when a blood clot entirely obstructs a blood artery in the heart.