Glossary

Ischemia: Localized tissue anemia due to obstruction of the inflow of arterial blood (as by the narrowing of arteries by spasm or disease).

b>Infarction: Localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply.

Thrombosis: The formation or presence of a thrombus (a clot of coagulated blood attached at the site of its formation) in a blood vessel.

Perfusion: The act of injecting fluid into a blood vessel to supply nutrients and oxygen.

Hemodynamics: The forces involved during circulation of the blood.

Plaque: Abnormal patch of fatty materials, platelets and/or calcium deposited in the inner layer of blood vessels.

Viable: Capacity to live and grow.

Spirometry: An instrument used to measure the lung’s capacity.

Ligation: Tying up a bleeding artery or vein with sutures.

Aorta: The main artery of the circulatory system, arising from the left ventricle of the heart carrying oxygenated blood to all the arteries of the body except those of the lungs.

Anastomosis: Connection made surgically between two separate organs.

Emboli: A detached thrombus or air bubble traveling and obstructing another blood vessel.

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santosa

what is the dental management of patient with history of CABG ??

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Urmil44

my child had a blockage in his volve by birth. his balooning has been done since he was at the age of 22 days. we are regularly going to dr. for periodically check up as and when suggested. My son is now 11 years old he has no problem except swetting as and when he runs very fast while playing or otherwise. He is living is having good health comparing to a normal child. I just want to clear my doube that in the long run can we have any problem relating to volve in future or he will be alright for ever.

Rowland

I had CABG 13 years ago (at age 69) and it resulted in a stroke that left me with hemiplegia. Now, my angina is returning, but I'm treating it with Seanol - which so far (2 months)has been successful. Rowland

artini

thank god..hope you be patient rawland and continue with healty rountine and life style.