Jul 9, 2024 · A coronary artery spasm is a temporary squeezing of one or more arteries that supply blood to the heart. The condition causes chest pain, called angina. During a coronary …

A coronary artery spasm occurs when one or more of the heart's arteries suddenly tighten. This can reduce blood flow to the heart. A coronary artery spasm can cause chest pain and may …

May 5, 2021 · Myocardial ischemia, also called cardiac ischemia, reduces the heart muscle's ability to pump blood. A sudden, severe blockage of one of the heart's artery can lead to a …

Nov 9, 2024 · There are two types of esophageal spasms — distal esophageal spasm and hypercontractile esophagus, also known as nutcracker esophagus. Risk factors. Risk factors …

Mar 8, 2025 · When placing a coronary artery stent, a doctor looks for a blockage in the heart's arteries (A) using cardiac catheterization techniques. A balloon on the tip of the catheter is …

Nov 9, 2024 · Treatment. Treatment depends on how often the esophageal spasms happen and how bad they are. If the spasms only happen now and then, a healthcare professional might …

Mar 16, 2024 · The Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory offers a full range of services. Diagnostic procedures used in the lab include: Constriction and restriction studies. Coronary, carotid, …

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Oct 9, 2023 · Coronary artery spasm. This is a severe squeezing of a blood vessel that's not blocked. The artery generally has cholesterol plaques or there is early hardening of the vessel …

Mar 22, 2024 · This type of angina isn't due to coronary artery disease. It's caused by a spasm in the heart's arteries. The spasm temporarily reduces blood flow. Severe chest pain is the main …