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Cardiovascular disease affects more than 50 million Americans. At Provena Mercy Medical Center, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care available. Choose from the adjacent list to learn more about a particular condition and the variety of therapies available to treat it.
Please remember that the information provided in this Website is for educational purposes only and should never be a substitute for the advice of a healthcare provider.
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Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
What is a Heart Attack (also called an Acute Myocardial Infarction or MI)?
A heart attack is a complete blockage of blood flow in a coronary artery. The blockage prevents oxygen-rich blood from reaching part of the heart muscle. Usually a blood clot or piece of plaque (fatty deposits called atherosclerosis) causes the blockage in the heart artery...
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