1. HeartPoint: Myocardial Infarction Clear patientoriented information on having a heart attack. Includes an animation of the pathological process and answers to a wide variety of common questions about this type of heart disease. http://www.heartpoint.com/mi.html

HEART ATTACK (also known as "MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION") HeartPoint animation: this will take approximately 1 minute to load. The proper use of the non-medical term "heart attack" is "Myocardial Infarction". Either term is scary. "Myocardial Infarction" (abbreviated as "MI") means there is death of some of the muscle cells of the heart as a result of a lack of supply of oxygen and other nutrients. This lack of supply is caused by closure of the artery ("coronary artery") that supplies that particular part of the heart muscle with blood. This occurs 98% of the time from the process of arteriosclerosis ("hardening of the arteries") in coronary vessels. Although it once was felt that most heart attacks were caused from the slow closure of an artery, say from 90 or 95% to 100%, it is now clear that this process can occur in even minor blockages where there is rupture of the cholesterol plaque. This in turn causes blood clotting within the artery, blocking the flow of blood. This sort of event is illustrated above. The heart muscle which is injured in this way can cause irregular rhythms which can be fatal, even when there is enough muscle left to pump plenty of blood. When the injured area heals, it will leave a scar. While the heart won't be able to pump quite as much as before, there is often plenty of good muscle left to take care of the job, and recovery can be quite complete. While heart attacks are clearly scary, with modern techniques, patients survive most of them. Furthermore, most can have a long and satisfying life, perhaps more satisfying than before. To learn more, click "Tell Me More".

2. NRMI—National Registry Of Myocardial Infarction The National Registry of myocardial infarction (NRMI), sponsored by Genentech, Inc., is one of the largest observational studies of acute myocardial infarction (AMI). http://www.nrmi.org

Hospitals participating in NRMI 5 can access data reports, guidelines, protocols, educational archives, teleconference information and current schedules via the NRMI 5 portion of the website. The National Registry of Myocardial Infarction (NRMI), sponsored by Genentech, Inc. is one of the largest observational studies of acute myocardial infarction (AMI). Since 1990, NRMI has collected data on more than 2.3 million AMI patients, and helped more than 1,600 participating hospitals assess their approach to AMI treatment and identify trends in patient outcome. Because of its size and scope, NRMI has had a profound impact on AMI treatment practices. As part of the commitment to improving AMI outcomes, NRMI is a tool that allows teams of healthcare professionals to get together at the hospital and health system levels to evaluate treatment procedures, monitor resource utilization, identify patient-selection issues, and monitor outcomes. NRMI 5 is an observational study sponsored by Genentech, Inc. It is not a controlled, randomized clinical trial. It does not test the effectiveness between therapeutic interventions, and therefore comparisons of outcomes across treatment groups must be interpreted with caution.

3. GAP Program - Michigan AMI GAP in Michigan is an effort to improve care for AMI with education and toolbased application of the ACC/AHA Acute myocardial infarction Guidelines in acute care hospitals. http://www.acc.org/gap/mi/ami_gap.htm

// document.modified = "Monday March 15, 2004"; document.modified = "03/15/2004"; Acute Myocardial Infarction GAP Project in Michigan Tool Kit The Tool Kit consists of seven pieces based on the ACC/AHA Guidelines for Management of Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction . Templates were developed by the Project Team in collaboration with the guideline writing committee and provided to participating hospitals. Participants were given the freedom to customize the tool kit to accommodate the unique conditions at their institutions. We encourage you to try these tools in your hospital. Also, please download and complete the AMI GAP Tool Kit Evaluation Form Additional Links AMI GAP publications and abstracts News stories about AMI GAP AMI GAP Satellite Conference, July 26, 2001 Guideline ACC/AHA Guidelines for Management of Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction Principal Investigators Kim A. Eagle, MD, FACC

4. EMedicine - Myocardial Infarction : Article By Sarah Stahmer, MD myocardial infarction Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is the rapid development of myocardial necrosis caused by a critical imbalance between the oxygen http://www.emedicine.com/EMERG/topic327.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Emergency Medicine Cardiovascular Myocardial Infarction Last Updated: June 9, 2005 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: MI acute myocardial infarction AMI heart attack ... atheromatous plaques , platelet aggregation, vasospasm ischemic heart disease hypercholesterolemia hypertriglyceridemia ... fatigue , diaphoresis, hypertension mitral regurgitation dysrhythmias acute valvular dysfunction ... right ventricular failure , cannon jugular venous a waves, left ventricular hypertrophy LVH idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis IHSS ... diabetes mellitus AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Sarah Stahmer, MD , Residency Director, Associate Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Coauthor(s): , Assistant Professor, Head, Division of Research, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Sarah Stahmer, MD, is a member of the following medical societies:

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6. EMedicine - Myocardial Infarction : Article By Samer Garas, MD FACC myocardial infarction myocardial infarction (MI) is the irreversible necrosis of heart muscle secondary to prolonged ischemia. This usually results from http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic1567.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Cardiology Myocardial Infarction Last Updated: June 30, 2005 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Samer Garas, MD FACC , Chief of Cardiology, Department of Interventional Cardiology, St Vincent's Hospital. Jacksonville, Florida Coauthor(s): A Maziar Zafari, MD, PhD, FACC , Consulting Staff, Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine; A Maziar Zafari, MD, PhD, FACC , Director of Education, Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Veterans Affairs Medical Center at Atlanta Samer Garas, MD FACC, is a member of the following medical societies:

7. RCP Acute Myocardial Infarction Acute myocardial infarction A Core Data Set http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

8. MI Rule - The 12 Lead EKG Solution! - Home Provides an interpretation of myocardial infarction in 12 lead ECGs and offers CEUs. http://www.mirule.com

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9. What Is Myocardial Infarction? - Senior Life Health Monitor What is myocardial infarction? The heart muscle (myocardium) requires a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients in order to remain healthy. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

10. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Heart Attack myocardial infarction; MI; Acute MI. Definition Return to top. A heart attack (myocardial infarction) occurs when an area of heart muscle dies or is http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000195.htm

@import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Heart attack Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Prevention Illustrations Heart, section through the middle Heart, front view Acute MI Post myocardial infarction ECG wave tracings ... Heart attack symptoms Alternative names Return to top Myocardial infarction; MI; Acute MI Definition Return to top A heart attack (myocardial infarction) occurs when an area of heart muscle dies or is permanently damaged because of an inadequate supply of oxygen to that area. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Most heart attacks are caused by a clot that blocks one of the coronary arteries (the blood vessels that bring blood and oxygen to the heart muscle). The clot usually forms in a coronary artery that has been previously narrowed from changes related to atherosclerosis . The atherosclerotic plaque (buildup) inside the arterial wall sometimes cracks, and this triggers the formation of a clot, also called a thrombus. A clot in the coronary artery interrupts the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart muscle, leading to the death of heart cells in that area. The damaged heart muscle loses its ability to contract, and the remaining heart muscle needs to compensate for that weakened area.

11. Home – Information About PLAVIX, An Antiplatelet Medication – Plavix Indicated for the reduction of atherosclerotic events (myocardial infarction, stroke and vascular death) in patients with atherosclerosis documented by recent stroke, recent myocardial infarction, or established peripheral arterial disease. http://www.plavix.com/

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13. Myocardial Infarction The gross morphologic appearance of a myocardial infarction can vary. Clinical complications of myocardial infarction will depend upon the size and http://www-medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/TUTORIAL/MYOCARD/MYOCARD.html

Myocardial Infarction Return to the tutorial menu. What is Ischemic Heart Disease? Ischemic heart disease is caused by an imbalance between the myocardial blood flow and the metabolic demand of the myocardium. Reduction in coronary blood flow is related to progressive atherosclerosis with increasing occlusion of coronary arteries. Blood flow can be further decreased by superimposed events such as vasospasm, thrombosis, or circulatory changes leading to hypoperfusion. Coronary artery perfusion depends upon the pressure differential between the ostia (aortic diastolic pressure) and coronary sinus (right atrial pressure). Coronary blood flow is reduced during systole because of Venturi effects at the coronary orifices and compression of intramuscular arteries during ventricular contraction. Factors reducing coronary blood flow include: Decreased aortic diastolic pressure Increased intraventricular pressure and myocardial contraction Coronary artery stenosis, which can be further subdivided into the following etiologies: Fixed coronary stenosis Acute plaque change (rupture, hemorrhage)

14. Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) - TNKase (Tenecteplase) A new thrombolytic for acute myocardial infarction. Includes full prescribing information, efficacy, safety, and contact details. http://www.tnkase.com

Deliver 5-Second Single Bolus Investigate the Molecule Efficacy Safety Full Package Insert Contact Us Site Map Resources ... Contraindications and Warnings The #1 lytic for the treatment of AMI Simple, 5-second single-bolus administration Efficacy and safety proven comparable to Activase Significantly fewer major non-cerebral bleeding complications vs Activase Nine years of ongoing clinical research Safety Information: All thrombolytic agents increase the risk of bleeding, including intracranial bleeding, and should be used only in eligible patients. In addition, thrombolytic therapy increases the risk of stroke, including hemorrhagic stroke, particularly in elderly patients. References: 1. Delta Marketing Dynamics. Thrombolytic Survey 2. Assessment of the Safety and Efficacy of a New Thrombolytic (ASSENT-2) Investigators. Single-bolus tenecteplase compared with front-loaded alteplase in acute myocardial infarction: the ASSENT-2 double-blind randomized trial. Lancet Please see TNKase full prescribing information . TNKase TM (Tenecteplase). Activase

15. HeartPoint Myocardial Infarction HEART ATTACK (also known as "myocardial infarction") HeartPoint animation this will take approximately 1 minute to load. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

16. Cardiovascular Pathology This is the left ventricular wall which has been sectioned lengthwise to reveal a large recent myocardial infarction. The center of the infarct contains http://www-medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/CVHTML/CV020.html

This is the left ventricular wall which has been sectioned lengthwise to reveal a large recent myocardial infarction. The center of the infarct contains necrotic muscle that appears yellow-tan. Surrounding this is a zone of red hyperemia. Remaining viable myocardium is reddish- brown.

17. Heart Attack, Causes Of Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction, Heart Heart Attack, myocardial infarction, Heart Infocenter. causes of heart attack http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

18. Heart Attack (myocardial Infarction) By MedicineNet.com Overview on heart attack (myocardial infarction) and heart attack symptoms including signs of a heart attack, includes causes, risk factors, prevention, http://www.medicinenet.com/heart_attack/article.htm

document.writeln(''); MedicineNet Home Heart Home Page > Heart Attack Search Tips Printer-Friendly Format FREE Newsletters Email to a Friend ... Next Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction) Revising Medical Author: Dennis Lee, MD Revising Medical Editor: Daniel Kulick, MD Jay Marks, MD What is a heart attack? What causes a heart attack? ... Heart Attack At A Glance What is a heart attack? A heart attack (also known as a myocardial infarction) is the death of heart muscle from the sudden blockage of a coronary artery by a blood clot. Coronary arteries are blood vessels that supply the heart muscle with blood and oxygen. Blockage of a coronary artery deprives the heart muscle of blood and oxygen, causing injury to the heart muscle. Injury to the heart muscle causes chest pain and pressure. If blood flow is not restored within 20 to 40 minutes, irreversible death of the heart muscle will begin to occur. Muscle continues to die for 6-8 hours at which time the heart attack usually is "complete." The dead heart muscle is replaced by scar tissue. Approximately one million Americans suffer a heart attack each year. Four hundred thousand of them die as a result of their heart attack.

19. ALTACE Discusses the role ace inhibitors play in prevention of stroke, myocardial infarction and cardiovascular risk reduction. http://www.heart-attack-prevention.com

inviteUserToBeginWebIQ(1,342,555,470); Do not take ALTACE during pregnancy, as death or injury to your unborn child may result. Read more below. ALTACE may help you reduce the risk of heart attack stroke , or cardiovascular death if you're a person aged And have had a previous heart attack And/or have had a previous stroke And/or have diabetes plus an additional cardiovascular risk factor, such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol, or you are a smoker And/or have a history of coronary artery disease , such as angina, previous bypass surgery, or angioplasty (stenting or ballooning) And/or have peripheral vascular disease ALTACE is also a standard therapy for controlling high blood pressure in adults. Prescription ALTACE is not for everyone. ALTACE may cause swelling of the mouth, tongue, or throat, which could cause extremely serious risk and requires immediate medical care. There have been rare reports of low blood sugar in patients taking ALTACE with medicine for diabetes. Please contact your doctor if you have symptoms of low blood sugar such as sweating or shakiness. Common side effects include persistent dry cough, dizziness, and light-headedness due to low blood pressure. Do not take ALTACE during pregnancy, as death or injury to your unborn child may result

20. Myocardial Infarction Redefined A Consensus Document ALPERT AND THYGESEN, ET AL., myocardial infarction REDEFINED JACC Vol. 36, No. 3, September 200095969 http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

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