Relating your rotator cuff tear to your car accident can be extremely difficult. Because the majority of tears are caused by wear and tear, it's not uncommon for an insurance company to deny a person's claim and say that the car accident wasn't the cause.
Heart attacks. If your arteries become completely blocked, it can cause a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Heart attacks can permanently damage the heart muscle and, if not treated straight away, can be fatal. Dial 999 for immediate medical assistence if you think you're having a heart attack.
A heart attack can occur when coronary arteries become blocked due to coronary artery disease (CAD). This blockage is due to a build-up of fat-like deposits (plaque) on the artery walls. This process is called atherosclerosis. As plaque builds up, the artery narrows and blood flow is reduced (See Figure 2).