Angina is relieved by nitroglycerin which dilates blood vessels. If coronary artery is completely blocked, perhaps by thromboembolism, a heart attack occurs. Streptokinase produced by bacteria. This is an old treatment that has some serious side effects due to allergic reaction. Donated and Artificial Hearts a.
Artificial hearts attempt to fulfill heart function with machinery.
Newer artificial heart models must overcome problems with continuous reliable power and limited size. Dilated and Inflamed a. Varicose veins are abnormal and irregular dilations in surface veins. Usually found in the lower legs. Varicose veins in the rectum are termed hemorrhoids or piles. Phlebitis is inflammation of a vein.