Definitions

1. noun

A cut-off of blood supply to a part of the body, especially the heart, resulting in tissue death.

“The doctor explained to the patient that the heart attack was actually a myocardial infarction.”

2. noun

A blockage or interruption of blood supply to a part of the body, such as the brain, resulting in tissue damage.

“The neurosurgeon was called in to treat the patient’s cerebral infarction.”