Sydäniskemia
Sydäniskemia, also known as myocardial ischemia, is a condition characterized by insufficient blood supply to the heart muscle. This reduced blood flow typically occurs due to a narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, which are responsible for supplying oxygenated blood to the heart. The most common cause of this narrowing is atherosclerosis, a process where plaque builds up inside the arteries.
When the heart muscle does not receive enough oxygen, it can lead to various symptoms, the most
Sydäniskemia can be transient, meaning it occurs intermittently, or it can be persistent. Prolonged and severe
Diagnosis of sydäniskemia typically involves a medical history, physical examination, electrocardiogram (ECG), and blood tests to