Across
- 2. happens when the blood supply to the heart slows or stops because of a blockage.
- 3. a disease of the heart muscle that reduces its ability to pump blood.
- 5. This is caused by a lack of blood flowing to the brain
- 6. unique heart sounds produced when blood flows across a heart valve or blood vessel.
- 8. occurs when plaque builds up on the inside wall of an artery, making them thick and hard. This restricts the flow of blood
- 11. occurs when an injury to the innermost layer of the aorta allows blood to flow between the layers of the aortic wall, forcing the layers apart. In most cases, this is associated with a sudden onset of agonizing chest or back pain, often described as "tearing" in character
- 12. when the heart muscle becomes too weak to effectively pump blood around the body.
Down
- 1. also called high cholesterol, is the presence of high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
- 4. chest pain or discomfort that usually comes on during physical activity.
- 7. any abnormal rhythm of the heart: too slow, too fast, or at an irregular beat or tempo.
- 9. When the heart is damaged as a result of rheumatic fever
- 10. an infection of the inner lining of the heart.