Across
- 4. A process that creates a succession of accurate images of various bodily parts within the body using a computer connected to an x-ray machine.
- 7. An examination of the heart's function that uses ultrasonic waves to create a visual display
- 9. Blood vessels returning blood to the heart.
- 11. Electromagnetic waves, a kind of radiation
- 13. Prefix referring to tiny arteries that supply blood to tissues.
- 14. When a blood artery in the brain bursts or something prevents a portion of the brain from getting enough blood
- 16. A kind of electrocardiogram that is portable.
- 17. Prefix meaning heart
- 18. If a heart valve is harmed or infected.
- 19. Pumps blood throughout the body.
- 20. Prefix referring to blood vessels that supply tissues with blood.
- 22. Elevated blood pressure.
- 23. When a portion of the heart muscle is deprived of sufficient blood.
Down
- 1. Acute coronary syndromes
- 2. Prefix referring to cells with the unique capacity to shorten or contract to cause movement .
- 3. Peripheral vascular disease
- 5. Transient ischemic attack
- 6. Blood vessels that supply tissues with blood.
- 7. A quick test that can be done to examine the electrical activity and rhythm of your heart.
- 8. Cerebrovascular accident
- 10. Cells with the unique capacity to shorten or contract to cause movement .
- 12. Networks of tiny arteries that supply blood to tissues.
- 15. Root word meaning veins.
- 17. Cardiovascular disease
- 21. When your heart doesn't pump enough blood for your body's requirements, a disease can result.