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Document Type
Article
Publication Date
5-18-2021
Abstract
In the United States, cardiovascular is the leading cause of death in men and women, and most racial and ethnic groups. There are several types of heart conditions; the most common type is coronary heart disease, also known as coronary artery disease or ischemic heart disease, which can cause acute myocardial infarction. Other heart conditions which can lead to heart failure include a past history of myocardial infarction, abnormal heart valves, heart muscle disease, or congenital heart muscle disease. In adults ages 65 and younger, approximately 2 in 10 deaths are caused from coronary artery disease and about 18.2 million adults (6.7%) ages 20 and older have coronary heart disease. Cardiovascular disease, along with stroke, are among the most preventable non-communicable diseases.
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