Cardiology Glossary

noun a blood vessel that carries blood to the heart muscle

adjective relating to the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle

• The patient was diagnosed with coronary artery disease after experiencing chest pain.
• My grandpa had to get a stent put in for his coronary issues.
• I heard that smoking can really mess up your coronary health.
• The company's financial troubles were like a coronary artery blockage, slowly choking off their profits.

noun a medical condition in which a person's blood pressure is abnormally low

• The patient experienced hypotension after taking the new medication.
• He felt dizzy and lightheaded due to low blood pressure.
• She got a bit woozy because of her low BP.
• His enthusiasm for the project dropped like a sudden bout of hypotension.

noun something that occludes or closes up

adjective relating to or causing occlusion, especially of a blood vessel

• The doctor recommended using an occlusive dressing to promote healing of the wound.
• You should try using an occlusive bandage to cover the cut.
• I heard that using an occlusive patch can help with dry skin.
• His closed-minded attitude acted as an occlusive barrier to new ideas.

noun the process of supplying an organ or tissue with nutrients and oxygen by means of blood vessels

• The patient's perfusion status was carefully monitored during the surgery.
• The doctors kept an eye on the perfusion of the patient throughout the operation.
• They made sure the blood flow was good during the procedure.
• The perfusion of ideas in the brainstorming session was impressive.

noun a medical condition characterized by a rapid heart rate

adjective tachycardic - relating to or affected by tachycardia

• The patient presented with symptoms of tachycardia, indicating a rapid heart rate.
• She felt a bit dizzy and her heart was racing due to tachycardia.
• I was so stressed out that I ended up with tachycardia.
• The excitement of the game caused a tachycardia of adrenaline in the fans.