What Are Some Common Pathologies Associated with Heart Tissue?
Heart tissue can be affected by various pathologies, including:
- Myocardial Infarction: Commonly known as a heart attack, it involves the death of cardiomyocytes due to a lack of oxygen. - Cardiomyopathy: This refers to diseases of the heart muscle, which can be dilated, hypertrophic, or restrictive. - Fibrosis: An excessive accumulation of connective tissue can disrupt the normal architecture and function of the heart.