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Zilin Wang, M.D.
Cardiologist
Dr. Zilin Wang is a cardiologist practicing in Madison, MS. Dr. Wang specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Wang also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Zilin Wang, M.D.
- FLOWOOD, Mississippi
- Accepting new patients
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What is the difference between a heart attack and a myocardial infarction?
Heart attack and myocardial infarction(Mi) are virtually the same. The first one is used in layman's word and MI is a medical term. Heart attack means a acute event that is often READ MORE
Heart attack and myocardial infarction(Mi) are virtually the same. The first one is used in layman's word and MI is a medical term. Heart attack means a acute event that is often translated into acute myocardial infarction(AMI). Therefore, MI can be acute, subacute and old. It all means that the heart muscle blood circulation is being blocked and heart muscle is therefore, dying or died.
How is coronary artery spasm diagnosed?
The definitive diagnosis is made by direct observation during coronary angiography in the cath lab. Back in 1990's, it was used medicine to trigger the spams. Clinically it could READ MORE
The definitive diagnosis is made by direct observation during coronary angiography in the cath lab. Back in 1990's, it was used medicine to trigger the spams. Clinically it could mimic heart attack with typical angina associated with typical heart attack ECG changes. However, it is a transient change and ECG changes will return to normal when spams ceases. It is more often seen in cocaine use and cigarette smokers.
