Types of heart attack: What you need to know-Aaron Kandola
Heart attacks pose a serious health risk and can be life-threatening. They occur when a blockage in the coronary arteries disrupts blood flow to the heart, which can cause permanent damage. Three types of coronary artery disease can lead to a heart attack. These are: ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) coronary artery spasm In this article, we describe these three types of disease, their risk factors, and how they are treated. What is a heart attack? A heart attack occurs when a blockage develops in the coronary arteries. The coronary arteries carry blood to the heart, allowing it to function. A heart attack, also known as a myocardial infarction, occurs when a blockage develops in the coronary arteries and restricts the flow of blood to the heart. Blockages occur when fat, cholesterol and other substances build up, forming deposits called plaques in blood vessels. T...