Myocardial oxygen delivery

Myocardial oxygen delivery refers to the process by which the heart muscle (myocardium) receives the oxygen it needs to function properly. Blood flows through the coronary arteries, carrying oxygen from the lungs and blood to the heart tissue. The amount of oxygen delivered depends on factors like the blood flow rate, the oxygen content in the blood, and the heart's demand for oxygen. Efficient oxygen delivery is crucial for the heart to pump effectively; if it’s insufficient, the heart can suffer damage or perform poorly, which may lead to conditions like angina or heart attacks.