Normal Coronary Arteries: Anatomy, Blood Flow, and Cardiac Health
1. Introduction The normal coronary arteries form a specialized, life-sustaining vascular network that wraps around the exterior surface of the heart. The heart is a relentless, muscular pump that never rests. To maintain its continuous mechanical rhythm, the cardiac muscle requires a massive, uninterrupted supply of oxygen and metabolic nutrients. The coronary arteries are exclusively … Read more