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A structural or functional abnormality of the heart, or of the blood vessels supplying the heart, that impairs its normal functioning.
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| heart disease |
Any of a number of diseases related to the heart and blood vessels. Also known as coronary artery disease. When grouped together, these diseases are the leading cause of death in the United States.
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| heart disease |
takes many forms. Usually, heart disease occurs due to inadequate blood flow to the hear muscle. This occurs when the arteries that supply the heart muscle (the coronary arteries) become partially or completely blocked. Obese people are at increased risk of heart disease due to their higher rates of hypercholesterolemia, diabetes and hypertension.
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| heart disease |
A term to describe many heart disorders, including high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, and clogging of the arteries.
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