I23: Certain current complications following acute myocardial infarction

Certain current complications following an acute myocardial infarction refer to a range of conditions that can occur after a person has suffered a heart attack. A heart attack, or acute myocardial infarction, is caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle, often resulting in damage or death of part of the heart muscle. This damage can lead to a number of potential complications, which vary based on the severity and location of the heart muscle damage. Possible complications can include problems with the heart's rhythm or rate (arrhythmias), heart failure, where the heart isn't able to pump blood effectively, or a weakened heart muscle wall that could possibly lead to a rupture. These complications may cause symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, swelling of the legs and feet, and a persistent cough or wheezing. The progression of these conditions can also vary greatly, depending on the individual's overall health, the extent of the damage to the heart, and the presence of any other complicating health conditions. These conditions most commonly affect the cardiovascular system.