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Death from myocardial infarction after exercise test with normal result
JAMA
|February 23, 1976
Summary
Sudden cardiac death occurred after exercise testing due to acute myocardial infarction. Atherosclerotic plaque hemorrhage and clot formation caused coronary artery occlusion, likely triggered by the physical exertion.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Acute myocardial infarction can lead to sudden cardiac death.
- Exercise testing is a common diagnostic tool in cardiology.