What term describes the formation of a clot in one of the arteries carrying blood to the heart muscle?

The formation of a clot in one of the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle is referred to as coronary thrombosis. This term specifically relates to the development of a thrombus (a clot) within the coronary arteries, which can restrict or completely block blood flow to parts of the heart, potentially leading to severe consequences such as a heart attack.

Coronary thrombosis can occur as a result of various factors, including atherosclerosis, where plaque buildup narrows the arteries, making them more susceptible to clot formation. When a clot forms in a coronary artery, it can cause ischemia (a reduction in blood flow) to the heart muscle, leading to chest pain (angina) or myocardial infarction (heart attack), depending on the severity and duration of the blockage.

While coronary occlusion describes the situation where a coronary artery is obstructed, it does not specifically imply that a thrombus formed within it. Cardiac arrest refers to the cessation of effective heart activity, which could arise from various issues, including thrombosis but is not exclusively related to it. An ischemic attack, also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA), refers to temporary periods of reduced blood flow to the brain and is not specific to the heart