sydämeninfarkti
Sydämeninfarkti, commonly known as a heart attack, is a serious medical condition that occurs when the blood flow to a part of the heart muscle is severely reduced or blocked. This blockage is typically caused by a buildup of plaque, a fatty deposit, in the coronary arteries, which are responsible for supplying blood to the heart. When this plaque ruptures, a blood clot can form and completely obstruct the artery, depriving the heart muscle of oxygen.
The most common symptom of a sydämeninfarkti is chest pain or discomfort, often described as pressure, squeezing,
Risk factors for sydämeninfarkti include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity, physical inactivity, and