A type of white blood cell which plays a key role in the production of antibodies.
back to topBacterial infection of the internal layer of the heart.
back to topThis is used to dilate a narrow structure (see also angioplasty).
back to topDrug which selectively blocks beta adrenergic receptors on cells of effector organs, particularly the heart, bronchial muscles, and arterioles supporting skeletal muscles.
back to topDrug that is used to reduce the occurrence of angina.
back to topRemoval and investigation of tissue for diagnostic purposes.
back to topPressure which is exerted by the heart when it pumps blood.
back to topThis is due to insufficient oxygen in the arterial blood and may be caused by a heart defect, poor respiration, or premature birth.
back to topUnusually slow rate of heart contraction, resulting in a slow pulse rate.
back to topAn atrioventricular (A-V) bundle of small mass fibers, named after Wilhelm His. It is the only known direct links between ventricles and atria which conducts pulses to the ventricular heart muscle.
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