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 When
you think of cardiovascular disease, usually people think
of coronary artery disease (narrowing of the arteries leading to the heart),
but coronary artery disease is just one type of cardiovascular disease.
Cardiovascular
disease includes a number of conditions affecting the structures or function
of the heart and blood vessels. They can include:
Heart
disease:
Vascular disease:
Cardiovascular
disease
is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States.
It is important to learn about your heart and blood vessels to help prevent
future disease and become an active participant in your care.
Use
the left-hand navigation or click on the types of heart and blood vessel
disease listed above.
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