What are the 3 types of coronary heart disease?

Causes. There are three main types of coronary heart disease: obstructive coronary artery disease, nonobstructive coronary artery disease, and coronary microvascular disease.

What ascites means?

Listen to pronunciation. (uh-SY-teez) Abnormal buildup of fluid in the abdomen that may cause swelling. In late-stage cancer, tumor cells may be found in the fluid in the abdomen.

Does Type A personality cause heart disease?

Someone who is impatient, aggressive, and very competitive, often called a Type A personality, has a higher risk of heart disease, says Ronesh Sinha, M.D., a Palo Alto Medical Foundation internal medicine doctor.

What happens if ascites is not drained?

Ascites is a sign of liver damage. If left untreated, it can lead to life-threatening complications. But with proper treatment and diet changes, you can manage ascites. Your healthcare provider may also talk to you about getting a liver transplant if the damage is severe.

What does a person with ascites look like?

The shape of the abdomen may suggest that it contains fluid rather than fat. A person with ascites may also have a distended abdomen, which is hard and swollen. They may also experience rapid changes in weight and body shape.

What is non cardiomyopathy?

Non-Ischemic cardiomyopathy is a generic term which includes all causes of decreased heart function other than those caused by heart attacks or blockages in the arteries of the heart. The most common causes of non-ischemic cardiomyopathy are viral infection (viral myocarditis), drug reactions, inflammation or autoimmune reactions (lupus

What is the difference between ischemic and non-ischemic cardiomyopathy?

Non-ischemic cardiomyopathy refers to diseases of the heart that are not the result of reduced blood flow but rather caused by other factors. Just like ischemic cardiomyopathy, non-ischemic cardiomyopathy can potentially lead to life-threatening complications such as heart failure or heart attacks.

What are the prognostic factors of non-ischemic cardiomyopathy?

The high blood pressure and tachycardia and edema are the prognostic factors regarding non-ischemic cardiomyopathy. Along with this the pulmonary hypertension and dysfunction of left ventricular are also the prognostic factors reported. These factors always vary with the severity and genetics of disease.

What are the treatment options for non‐ischaemic cardiomyopathy (NICM)?

Management of non‐ischaemic cardiomyopathy (NICM): key points Angiotensin‐converting enzyme inhibitors and β‐blockers are indicated for treatment of all systolic dysfunction, regardless of presence or absence of, or severity of, symptoms