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Myocardial Infarction (MI) is the death of heart muscle due to reduced blood supply, commonly known as a heart attack. It can be caused by atherosclerosis, thrombus, or coronary artery spasm, and symptoms include severe chest pain, sweating, and shortness of breath. Diagnosis involves ECG and cardiac markers, while treatment follows the MONA-B protocol, and prevention includes a healthy lifestyle and management of risk factors.

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Myocardial Infarction (MI) is the death of heart muscle due to reduced blood supply, commonly known as a heart attack. It can be caused by atherosclerosis, thrombus, or coronary artery spasm, and symptoms include severe chest pain, sweating, and shortness of breath. Diagnosis involves ECG and cardiac markers, while treatment follows the MONA-B protocol, and prevention includes a healthy lifestyle and management of risk factors.

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AIIMS NORCET - Myocardial Infarction (MI) Notes

Definition
Myocardial Infarction (MI) is the death of heart muscle due to lack of oxygen caused by reduced
blood supply (ischemia). It is commonly known as a heart attack.

Causes
- Atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in coronary arteries)
- Thrombus (blood clot blocking coronary artery)
- Coronary artery spasm (sudden narrowing of arteries)

Signs & Symptoms


- Severe chest pain (radiates to left arm, jaw, back)
- Sweating, nausea, vomiting
- Shortness of breath
- Palpitations & dizziness
- Silent MI (common in diabetics)

Diagnosis
- ECG: ST-elevation (STEMI) or ST-depression (NSTEMI)
- Cardiac Markers: Troponin I/T (Gold Standard), CK-MB
- Echocardiography: To check heart function

Treatment (MONA-B)
- **M**orphine: Pain relief
- **O**xygen: Improve oxygen supply
- **N**itrates: Vasodilation
- **A**spirin: Prevent further clot formation
- **B**eta-blockers: Reduce heart workload

Complications
- Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat)
- Heart failure
- Cardiogenic shock
- Pericarditis (inflammation of heart lining)
Prevention
- Healthy diet (low-fat, low-salt)
- Regular exercise
- Control of diabetes & hypertension
- Smoking cessation

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