Heart Crossword

2. Relating to the heart.
5. An abbreviation for a procedure that helps open narrowed or blocked arteries.
8. A condition where the blood flow to the heart muscle is blocked, often due to the buildup of plaque in the arteries.
9. The body's powerful muscular pump, responsible for circulating blood.
11. A condition characterized by high blood pressure, which can lead to various cardiovascular problems.
12. An imaging technique that uses sound waves to create images of the heart and blood vessels.
14. The largest artery in the body, originating from the left ventricle of the heart.
15. Inflammation or swelling.
16. Abbreviation that indicates a patient's request to withhold life-saving measures in a medical emergency.
17. A device that records the electrical activity of the heart and helps diagnose arrhythmias.
18. These blood vessels carry oxygenated blood away from the heart.
19. Surgical removal or excision.
20. The place to go in a hospital for immediate medical attention.
21. A flap-like structure that prevents the backflow of blood in the heart's chambers.
22. Relating to blood.

1. A sudden, severe condition caused by the blockage of blood flow to a part of the brain.
3. A test that involves injecting a contrast dye into the blood vessels to visualize them and diagnose blockages or abnormalities.
4. An irregular and often rapid heart rate, potentially leading to more serious heart conditions.
6. A non-invasive imaging method that provides detailed pictures of the blood vessels, including the coronary arteries.
7. A test that measures the pressure of blood in the arteries, often used to diagnose hypertension.
8. Tiny, thin-walled vessels where oxygen and nutrients are exchanged with tissues.
10. An abbreviation for a life-saving procedure to restore blood flow during a heart attack.
12. An abbreviation for a common diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.
13. A chronic disease where the heart's ability to pump blood is reduced, often due to damage or weakening of the heart muscle.
21. Relating to blood vessels.