GENERAL CARDIOLOGY
Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary artery disease refers to narrowing of the coronary arteries and is usually caused by the accumulation of fatty deposits (plaques) inside the arteries, a coronary spasm or a blood clot. The development of plaques is also referred to as atherosclerosis. As plaques get larger, the artery gradually narrows, reducing the amount of oxygen getting to your heart. This can cause angina or a heart attack. Atherosclerosis may develop in other arteries in your body. If such narrowing or blockage occurs in the arteries to your brain, a stroke may result.
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