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- 3. The central organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.
- 4. Electrocardiogram.
- 6. Coronary Artery Disease.
- 8. Hypertension.
- 9. Artery Disease A condition where the arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked.
- 11. Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack).
- 12. Congestive Heart Failure.
- 13. (suffix) Refers to inflammation (e.g., endocarditis is inflammation of the inner lining of the heart).
- 14. Blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart.
- 17. An ultrasound of the heart that provides images to assess heart function and structure.
- 19. (prefix) Refers to blood vessels (e.g., angioplasty is a procedure to open blocked arteries).
- 20. X-ray An imaging tool used to check for issues like an enlarged heart or fluid buildup in the lungs.
- 22. Attack Occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.
- 24. A condition in which fatty deposits build up in the arteries, narrowing them and reducing blood flow.
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- 1. (root)Refers to the heart.
- 2. A tool used by doctors to listen to heart sounds, helping diagnose heart murmurs or irregular rhythms.
- 5. Vessels Includes arteries, veins, and capillaries that transport blood.
- 7. Small blood vessels that allow exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste products between blood and tissues.
- 10. A test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.
- 13. (suffix)Refers to the study of (e.g., cardiology is the study of the heart).
- 15. Blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.
- 16. Catheterization A procedure used to examine the blood vessels of the heart and can also be used to perform treatments like angioplasty.
- 18. High blood pressure, which can damage blood vessels and increase the risk of heart disease.
- 21. Failure A condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup and other symptoms.
- 23. (suffix) Refers to surgical removal (e.g., phlebectomy is the removal of veins).