Tag: Myocardial Infarction

A heart attack happens when the blood flow to part of the heart is blocked, stopping oxygen from reaching the heart muscle. Without oxygen, the heart muscle gets damaged, and if not treated quickly, the damage can be serious or even deadly. Causes of a Heart Attack The most common cause of a heart attack is coronary artery disease (CAD). This happens when fatty deposits (plaque) build up inside the arteries that supply blood to the heart. Over time, the plaque can harden and block blood flow. Sometimes, a piece of...