The Term Used to Describe an Inflammation of the Saclike

Question

The term used to describe an inflammation of the saclike membrane surrounding the heart is
A)peritonitis.
B)pericarditis.
C)myocardial infarction.
D)anemia.

Accepted Answer

Pericarditis is the term used to describe inflammation of the pericardium, the sac-like membrane surrounding the heart. Peritonitis refers to inflammation of the lining of the abdominal cavity. Myocardial infarction is a heart attack, which is caused by an interruption in blood flow to the heart. Anemia refers to a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin.