| cardiovascular disease |
disorders of the heart and circulatory system
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| cardiovascular disease |
A term for disease of the heart and blood vessels. Such diseases include peripheral vascular disease, narrowing or damage to the vessels in the arms, legs, and feet. Narrowing or damage to the vessels in the brain which can lead to stroke and other complications.
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| cardiovascular disease |
CVD refers to heart, stroke and blood vessel disease. The underlying cause of most CVD is a gradual clogging of the arteries (atherosclerosis) that supply blood to the heart, brain and other vital organs.
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| cardiovascular disease |
A range of disorders affecting the heart or blood vessels.
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| cardiovascular disease |
Generic term that covers a wide range of vascular and heart-related diseases and disorders.
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