Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infarto
noun
/inˈfɑːrtoʊ/
Definition
Infarto refers to the tissue damage caused by a lack of blood flow to a specific part of the body, often associated with the heart.
Examples
- He suffered an infarto after experiencing severe chest pain.
- Doctors reported that an infarto can occur with little warning.
- Prevention is key to reducing the risk of an infarto.
Meaning
A heart attack, or myocardial infarction, where the heart muscle is damaged due to inadequate blood supply, usually caused by a blockage in one or more coronary arteries.
Synonyms
- Heart attack
- Myocardial infarction
- Coronary occlusion