AAMDC
Understanding Acute Anterior Myocardial Infarction (AAMI)
Description
Acute anterior myocardial infarction (AAMI) is a medical emergency characterized by a sudden loss of blood flow to the anterior (front) part of the heart. This occurs when a blood clot blocks a coronary artery, the vessel that supplies oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle.
Associated Diseases
- Coronary artery disease (CAD)
- Hypertension
- High cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Smoking
- Obesity
Did you Know ?
According to the American Heart Association, AAMI accounts for approximately 25% of all heart attacks.