cardiovascular system

angiotensin converting enzyme, blocks the action of the enzyme that causes the blood vessels to contract resulting in hypertension.

is a lower than normal number of erythrocytes in the blood.

is a localizated weak spot or ballon-like enlargement of the wall on an artery.

also known as an angina pectoris, is a condition in wich severe episodes of chest pain occur due to an inadequate blood flow to the myocardium.

It is a technique of mechanically widening a narrowed or obstructed blood vesels.

slows coagulation and prevents new clots from forming.

Is characterized by an abscence of all formed blood elements caused by the failure of blood cell production in the bone marrow.

Is the loss of the normal rhythm of the heartbeat.

is the surgical removal of plaque buildup from the interior of an artery.

is hardening and narrowing of the arteries caused by a buildup of cholesterol plaque on the interior walls of the arteries.

also known as A-FIB is the most common type of tachycardia. It occurs when the normal rhythmic contractions of the atria are replaced by rapid, uncontrolled twitching of the muscular heart wall.

is designed for use by nonprofessionals in emergency situations when defibrillation is required.

reduces the workload of the heart by slowing the rate of the heartbeat.