9 Questions
Which of the following is a common complication of myocardial infarction that can occur within 3-7 days?
Rupture
What is the typical time of onset for loss of myocardial contractility during an acute myocardial infarction?
Hours
Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for atherosclerosis, the underlying cause of ischemic heart disease?
Age
Which of the following is a characteristic of an atheromatous plaque that can dictate its possible complications?
All of the above
What is the typical time range for the development of ventricular aneurysm following a myocardial infarction?
1-10 days
Which of the following is a consequence of myocardial ischemia followed by reperfusion?
Acute myocardial infarct
Which of the following is a microscopic feature of myocardial infarction and its repair?
Thrombosis
What is the typical time range for the development of papillary muscle dysfunction (regurgitation) following a myocardial infarction?
Not specified in the text
Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for atherosclerosis, the underlying cause of ischemic heart disease?
Hypertension
This quiz covers the pathogenesis of sudden cardiac death due to insufficient coronary perfusion relative to myocardial demand and its consequences such as stable and unstable angina. Topics include chronic atherosclerotic narrowing of coronary arteries, acute plaque changes, thrombosis, vasospasm, and more.
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