How Much Do You Know About Coronary Artery Disease and Angioplasty?

Coronary artery disease (CAD) plays a major role in the leading cause of death in this country: heart attack. CAD is also known as atherosclerosis. Learn more about this disease and its treatment by taking this quiz, based on information from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).

1. Which is a symptom of coronary artery disease?

A. Headache B. Sleep problems C. Pain or discomfort in the chest, arms or lower jaw D. Diarrhea

2. Which procedure or test is used to diagnose CAD?

A. Electrocardiogram B. Treadmill stress test C. Cardiac catheterization D. All of the above

3. One possible treatment for CAD is coronary angioplasty. What does it involve?

A. A new section of artery replaces the blocked section B. A tiny balloon is inflated inside an artery C. Medication is used to expand the artery D. None of the above

4. During angioplasty, doctors often place a stent inside the artery. What is a stent?

A. A new section of artery B. A cotton tube C. A wire mesh tube D. A slow-release medication capsule

5. Some people who have coronary angioplasty done, the artery narrows or becomes blocked again within six months if a stent is not used. When is this more likely to happen?

A. If you smoke B. If you have diabetes C. If you have unstable angina before the procedure D. All of the above

6. Which lifestyle factor has the greatest impact on your health after angioplasty?

A. Obesity B. High blood pressure C. Inactive lifestyle D. Smoking

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How Much Do You Know About Coronary Artery Disease and Angioplasty?