Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
enfarte
noun
/enˈfartə/
Definition
a medical term referring to a heart attack or myocardial infarction, which occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked.
Examples
- He suffered an enfarte after years of poor diet and lack of exercise.
- Symptoms of an enfarte include chest pain and shortness of breath.
- It is essential to call emergency services if someone is having an enfarte.
Meaning
enfarte describes the condition when the heart muscle is damaged due to a lack of oxygen caused by blocked coronary arteries.
Synonyms
- heart attack
- myocardial infarction
- cardiac arrest