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infarction

[ in-fahrk-shuhn ]

noun

Pathology.
  1. the formation of an infarct.
  2. an infarct.


infarction

/ ɪ²Ôˈ´ÚÉ‘Ë°ìʃə²Ô /

noun

  1. the formation or development of an infarct
  2. another word for infarct
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Origin of infarction1

First recorded in 1680–90; infarct + -ion
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It is also used in medical care to track heart conditions like myocardial infarctions, atrial fibrillation, and atherosclerosis.

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According to findings from animal studies, the inflammatory reaction plays an important role after an infarction and has a decisive influence on whether the functions of the heart muscle are restored.

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Myocardial infarctions, commonly known as "heart attacks," are on the rise, resulting in a significant number of deaths each year.

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