An Embolism in the Coronary Arteries Can Lead to a Myocardial

Question

An embolism in the coronary arteries can lead to a myocardial infarction.

Accepted Answer

An embolism, which is a blockage caused by a clot or other foreign substance, in the coronary arteries can obstruct blood flow to the heart muscle, leading to a myocardial infarction or heart attack.