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Which factor is NOT considered an independent risk factor for coronary heart disease?
Which factor is NOT considered an independent risk factor for coronary heart disease?
What is the primary role of HDL cholesterol in the body?
What is the primary role of HDL cholesterol in the body?
Which activity is likely to precipitate stable angina?
Which activity is likely to precipitate stable angina?
What can lead to a decreased oxygen supply in the heart?
What can lead to a decreased oxygen supply in the heart?
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Which factor is associated with increased myocardial oxygen demand?
Which factor is associated with increased myocardial oxygen demand?
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Which statement about triglycerides is true?
Which statement about triglycerides is true?
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Stable angina is primarily characterized by what symptom?
Stable angina is primarily characterized by what symptom?
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What diagnostic tool would likely be used first for assessing angina pectoris?
What diagnostic tool would likely be used first for assessing angina pectoris?
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Which of the following is the primary cause of coronary heart disease?
Which of the following is the primary cause of coronary heart disease?
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What is the characteristic feature of unstable angina compared to stable angina?
What is the characteristic feature of unstable angina compared to stable angina?
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Which medical condition is characterized by myocardial necrosis due to acute occlusion of a coronary artery?
Which medical condition is characterized by myocardial necrosis due to acute occlusion of a coronary artery?
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What best defines angina pectoris?
What best defines angina pectoris?
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Which of the following is a complication of coronary heart disease?
Which of the following is a complication of coronary heart disease?
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What lifestyle changes are suggested for patients with stable angina?
What lifestyle changes are suggested for patients with stable angina?
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What is typically precipitated by factors that increase myocardial oxygen demand?
What is typically precipitated by factors that increase myocardial oxygen demand?
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Which of the following is not a first-line treatment for the symptoms of angina?
Which of the following is not a first-line treatment for the symptoms of angina?
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Which of the following investigations is crucial in assessing unstable angina?
Which of the following investigations is crucial in assessing unstable angina?
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What distinguishes unstable angina from stable angina?
What distinguishes unstable angina from stable angina?
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What is NOT a typical outcome of ischemia in coronary heart disease?
What is NOT a typical outcome of ischemia in coronary heart disease?
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What is the purpose of taking sublingual nitrate before exertion in patients with angina?
What is the purpose of taking sublingual nitrate before exertion in patients with angina?
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Which drug is commonly used for lipid-lowering therapy in angina management?
Which drug is commonly used for lipid-lowering therapy in angina management?
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What risk factor is identified as significant in the management of coronary artery disease?
What risk factor is identified as significant in the management of coronary artery disease?
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What is a key diagnostic feature for assessing acute chest pain?
What is a key diagnostic feature for assessing acute chest pain?
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Which treatment is indicated for a patient with unstable angina?
Which treatment is indicated for a patient with unstable angina?
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What is typically the first change observed on an ECG during a myocardial infarction?
What is typically the first change observed on an ECG during a myocardial infarction?
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Which of the following symptoms is least likely to be associated with a myocardial infarction?
Which of the following symptoms is least likely to be associated with a myocardial infarction?
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Which biochemical marker is considered the most sensitive and specific for myocardial infarction?
Which biochemical marker is considered the most sensitive and specific for myocardial infarction?
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What should be provided immediately to a patient suspected of acute myocardial infarction?
What should be provided immediately to a patient suspected of acute myocardial infarction?
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Which of the following statements about the pain experienced during myocardial infarction is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about the pain experienced during myocardial infarction is incorrect?
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What is a key reason for serial estimations of cardiac markers in myocardial infarction diagnosis?
What is a key reason for serial estimations of cardiac markers in myocardial infarction diagnosis?
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In patients at moderate or high risk for myocardial infarction, what procedure should be considered?
In patients at moderate or high risk for myocardial infarction, what procedure should be considered?
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Which component of early management is not typically required for patients with suspected acute myocardial infarction?
Which component of early management is not typically required for patients with suspected acute myocardial infarction?
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What is a primary management strategy for acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction?
What is a primary management strategy for acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction?
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Which of the following medications are commonly prescribed for maintaining vessel patency?
Which of the following medications are commonly prescribed for maintaining vessel patency?
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Which complication can arise from a myocardial infarction?
Which complication can arise from a myocardial infarction?
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What is a characteristic feature of stable angina?
What is a characteristic feature of stable angina?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding acute unstable angina?
Which of the following statements is true regarding acute unstable angina?
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Which method is NOT typically used in the diagnosis of stable angina?
Which method is NOT typically used in the diagnosis of stable angina?
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Among the following conditions, which is a mechanical complication of myocardial infarction?
Among the following conditions, which is a mechanical complication of myocardial infarction?
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What is a common treatment approach for managing stable angina?
What is a common treatment approach for managing stable angina?
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Study Notes
Coronary Heart Disease
- Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease and the leading cause of premature death in certain regions worldwide.
- The disease of the coronary arteries is almost always caused by atheroma and its complications, particularly thrombosis.
- CHD can manifest in several ways, including stable angina, unstable angina, myocardial infarction, heart failure, arrhythmia, and sudden death.
Objectives
- Students should be able to list the different clinical manifestations of coronary heart disease (CHD) and describe the mechanism behind each.
- Students should be able to explain chronic stable angina, identify factors which trigger it, and define unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (MI).
- Students should be able to determine important investigations for stable angina.
- Students should be able to describe the management strategies for chronic stable angina.
- Students should be able to identify important investigations in unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction.
- Students should be able to explain the management of unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction.
- Students should be able to identify the ECG changes in acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction.
- Students should be able to list plasma cardiac markers and their usefulness in diagnosing MI.
- Students should be able to explain the early management of acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction.
Stable Angina
- Stable angina, also known as classic angina or effort angina, results in ischemia due to fixed atheromatous stenosis of one or more coronary arteries.
- Clinical features include central chest pain or discomfort, or breathlessness.
- The pain is precipitated by exertion or stress and is rapidly relieved by rest.
- Activities that can trigger angina include physical exertion, cold exposure, heavy meals, and intense emotion.
Unstable Angina and Non-ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction (MI)
- Unstable angina is characterized by a dynamic obstruction of a coronary artery. This is caused by plaque rupture, superimposed thrombosis, and spasm.
- Unstable angina can develop into non-ST-elevation MI if the occlusion is complete or if it persists.
- Non-ST-elevation MI happens due to plaque rupture and thrombus formation, causing partial occlusion and injury to the subendocardial myocardium.
- Symptoms of non-ST-elevation MI are similar to those with unstable angina, but the pain is often severe and may last longer.
Myocardial Infarction (MI)
- Myocardial infarction (heart attack) is myocardial necrosis and occurs as a result of acute coronary artery occlusion due to plaque rupture and thrombosis.
- Can cause several complications including, but not limited to arrhythmias, ischemia, acute circulatory failure, pericarditis, mechanical complications, embolism, and ventricular remodelling and aneurysm.
ECG Changes & Investigations
- ECG changes for MI include ST elevation (early) and later changes such as diminution in R-wave size and development of a Q-wave and T-wave inversion due to ventricular repolarization.
- ECG changes are best visualized in leads facing the infarcted area.
- Investigations useful in diagnosing MI include, but are not limited to ECG, myocardial perfusion scanning, stress echocardiography, and coronary angiography.
Diagnosis and Risk Stratification
- The assessment of acute chest pain due to suspected MI involves analyzing pain characteristics, 12-lead ECG analysis, and serial measurements of cardiac markers, like troponin I and T or CPK-MB.
Management of Unstable Angina and MI
- Management of unstable angina and non-ST-elevation MI involves immediate medical stabilization, and coronary revascularization for intermediate or high-risk patients.
- Acute ST-elevation MI management prioritizes immediate measures like providing access for defibrillation, high-flow oxygen, IV access, ECG monitoring, and 12-lead ECG for detection.
- Subsequent management involves IV analgesia (opiates) and antiemetic, aspirin 300 mg (chewing preferred) , reperfusion (primary PCI or thrombolysis, detecting and managing acute complications like Arrhythmias, Ischaemia, and Heart Failure). Maintaining vessel patency utilizes antiplatelet therapy (aspirin and clopidogrel), anticoagulants (IV heparin or subcutaneous low molecular weight heparin), ACE inhibitor or ARB, Beta-blockers, Nitrates and other agents.
- Patients are typically managed in dedicated cardiac units for optimal monitoring and resuscitation capabilities.
Treatment Approaches
- Drugs including nitrates, beta blockers (metoprolol, bisoprolol, atenolol), calcium channel blockers (diltiazem, verapamil), potassium channel activators (nicorandil), and antiplatelets (aspirin, clopidogrel).
- Invasive treatment options like PCI (percutaneous coronary intervention) and CABG (coronary artery bypass graft) surgery are used for revascularization.
Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis involves the buildup of fatty material in the artery walls. This material is called plaque and results in narrowed arteries. This buildup may lead to a blood clot formation.
Risk Factors
- Independent risk factors for coronary heart disease include increasing age, male sex, family history, high blood pressure, high total cholesterol, low HDL-cholesterol, cigarette smoking, diabetes/insulin resistance, left ventricular hypertrophy, obesity, and lack of physical activity.
Lipid Profile
- Lipids include TSCH, HDL, LDL, TG, & VLDL. A lipid profile looks at these in the blood to assess cardiac health risk.
Activities Precipitating Angina
- Physical exertion, cold exposure, heavy meals, intense emotion.
Coronary Heart Disease's Anatomy
- Images show the heart's chambers and valves. Other diagrams show the coronary arteries coursing on the heart's surface.
Additional Considerations
- The provided information often includes diagrams for illustration, and various management approaches for different heart issues. This was included in the summary because it's useful to visually understand specific medical concepts.
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This quiz explores coronary heart disease (CHD), a prevalent condition and leading cause of death. It covers the clinical manifestations, mechanisms, and management strategies of CHD, including stable and unstable angina. Students will gain insights into the investigational approaches and key definitions related to this critical health issue.
