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Anatomical and physiological mechanisms of heartblock associated with AMI

Edwards, Timothy
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Emergency Medical Services
 Myocardial Infarction
 Heart Block
 Anatomy
 Physiology
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Journal of Paramedic Practice
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Publications - London Ambulance Service
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http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12417/555
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10.12968/jpar.2013.5.12.678
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Abstract published with permission. Heart block (HB) is a recognised complication of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and is often a marker for increased mortality and morbidity. An appreciation of the anatomical and physiological mechanisms associated with the development of HB in AMI is important for the prediction and management of complications when dealing with such cases. Certain forms of HB are classically linked to infarction of specific anatomical territories in AMI. However, variations in pre-morbid state and anatomy of the coronary vessels provide potential for the development of HB in any patient experiencing AMI, regardless of the territory affected.
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