Cardiovascular Syndromes in Systemic Diseases Symptoms and Causes
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to a group of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. The most common types of CVD include coronary artery disease (CAD), heart failure, arrhythmias, valvar heart disease, and peripheral arterial disease. CAD, also known as ischemic heart disease, occurs when the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked due to the buildup of plaque, Leading to chest pain (angina) or a heart attack. Heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs, often due to damage from a previous heart attack or other conditions. Arrhythmias are abnormal heart rhythms that can be harmless or life-threatening, depending on the type and severity. Valvular heart disease involves damage or malformation of one or more of the heart valves, which can lead to regurgitation (backward flow of blood) or stenosis (narrowing). Peripheral arterial disease affects the arteries outside of the ...