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What is an angiogram?
What is the definition of angioplasty?
Surgical repair of a blood vessel.
What does aortic stenosis refer to?
Narrowing of the aorta.
What is arteriosclerosis?
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What is defined as arterial anastomosis?
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What does arteriography involve?
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What is an endarterectomy?
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What does atheroma refer to?
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What is atherosclerosis?
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What does 'atrial' pertain to?
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What does atrioventricular mean?
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What is the function of the brachial artery?
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What does cardiomegaly refer to?
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What is cardiomyopathy?
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What is hypercholesterolemia?
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What do coronary arteries do?
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What does phlebotomy refer to?
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What is a sphygmomanometer?
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What does valvuloplasty involve?
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Study Notes
Cardiovascular Terminology
- Angiogram: X-ray record of a blood vessel.
- Angioplasty: Surgical procedure to repair a blood vessel.
- Aortic Stenosis: Narrowing of the aorta, affecting blood flow.
- Arteriosclerosis: Hardening of the arteries, impacting flexibility and blood flow.
- Arterial Anastomosis: Surgical procedure creating a connection between two arteries.
- Arteriography: X-ray imaging of arteries after the injection of contrast material.
- Endarterectomy: Surgical removal of the inner lining of an artery filled with plaque.
- Atheroma: Fatty material accumulation within an artery.
- Atherosclerosis: Hardening of arteries due to fatty substance deposits.
- Atherectomy: Surgical removal of a fatty mass obstructing a vessel.
- Atrial: Refers to the upper chambers of the heart.
- Atrioventricular: Pertaining to both atrium and ventricle of the heart.
- Brachial Artery: Major artery supplying blood to the arm, branching from the aorta.
- Cardiomegaly: Enlargement of the heart, potentially indicating underlying disease.
- Cardiomyopathy: Disease affecting the heart muscle, impairing function.
- Bradycardia: Condition characterized by a slow heartbeat.
- Tachycardia: Condition characterized by a rapid heartbeat.
- Hypercholesterolemia: Excessive cholesterol level in the blood, a risk factor for heart disease.
- Coronary Arteries: Arteries supplying oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle, branching from the aorta.
- Cyanosis: Bluish discoloration of the skin due to insufficient oxygenation in the blood.
- Myxoma: Benign heart tumor with a mucous composition embedded in stromal tissue.
- Hypoxia: Decreased oxygen availability in inspired air, common at high altitudes.
- Pericardiocentesis: Surgical procedure to puncture the membrane around the heart to remove fluid.
- Phlebotomy: Incision made for drawing blood from a vein.
- Thrombophlebitis: Inflammation of a vein associated with blood clots.
- Arrhythmia/Dysrhythmia: Terms describing abnormal heart rhythms.
- Sphygmomanometer: Device used to measure blood pressure.
- Stethoscope: Tool employed to examine the chest and listen to heart sounds.
- Thrombolysis: Process of dissolving blood clots.
- Valvuloplasty: Surgical repair procedure for a heart valve.
- Mitral Valvulitis: Inflammation affecting the mitral valve in the heart.
- Valvotomy: Surgical incision made in a heart valve.
- Vasoconstriction: Narrowing of blood vessels, often leading to increased blood pressure.
- Vasodilation: Widening of blood vessels, decreasing blood pressure.
- Vascular: Relating to blood vessels in general.
- Venous: Referring specifically to veins.
- Venipuncture: Incision made into a vein for blood sampling or intravenous access.
- Interventricular Septum: Wall dividing the left and right ventricles of the heart.
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Test your knowledge on medical terminology with this quiz focused on Chapter 11. Explore key terms related to blood vessels, including angiograms and arteriosclerosis. Perfect for students and professionals in the medical field.