myocardial infarction
Americannoun
noun
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They are widely used for cardiac conditions and have long been considered a standard part of recovery after myocardial infarction.
From Science Daily • May 25, 2026
The REDUCE-AMI trial, published in 2024, also found no significant reduction in death or another heart attack among patients with preserved heart function who received beta blockers after myocardial infarction.
From Science Daily • May 25, 2026
Acute pneumonia and a previous myocardial infarction — a heart attack — were listed as contributing factors in his death.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
The “Melrose Place” and “Days of Our Lives” veteran suffered a myocardial infarction — a heart attack — according to a death certificate reviewed by People.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Mrs. Bell, the myocardial infarction has caused some complications.
From "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander
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