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reperfusion therapy

Reperfusion therapy is a medical treatment used to restore blood flow to an area of the body that has been deprived of oxygen, typically due to a blockage in a blood vessel, as seen in conditions like heart attacks or strokes. It often involves procedures like angioplasty, where a small balloon is used to open up narrowed arteries, or the use of clot-busting medications that dissolve blood clots. The goal is to minimize damage to tissues and organs by quickly restoring oxygen-rich blood, thereby improving outcomes and reducing potential complications.

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    Reperfusion therapy is a medical treatment used to restore blood flow to an area of the body that has been deprived of oxygen, often due to a blockage, such as in a heart attack or stroke. It involves techniques like angioplasty, which opens blocked arteries, or thrombolysis, which involves medications that dissolve blood clots. By restoring circulation, reperfusion therapy helps prevent further damage to tissues and organs, improving recovery chances and overall outcomes for patients. It is a critical intervention aimed at minimizing the effects of acute cardiovascular events.