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  1. What Is Coronary Heart Disease? - NHLBI, NIH

    Dec 27, 2024 · Coronary heart disease is a type of heart disease that occurs when the arteries of the heart cannot deliver enough oxygen -rich blood to the heart muscle due to narrowing from the …

  2. Coronary Heart Disease Symptoms - NHLBI, NIH

    Dec 27, 2024 · Coronary heart disease often develops over many years. As plaque builds up and narrows the coronary arteries , you're more likely to have symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of …

  3. Coronary Heart Disease Causes and Prevention - NHLBI, NIH

    Dec 27, 2024 · Coronary heart disease may have more than one cause, including plaque buildup or problems that affect how the heart's blood vessels work. Taking steps to keep your heart and blood …

  4. Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors - NHLBI, NIH

    Dec 27, 2024 · Your risk of coronary heart disease increases based on the number of risk factors you have and how serious they are. Some risk factors — such as high blood pressure and unhealthy …

  5. Cardiovascular disease is the term for all types of diseases that afect the heart or blood vessels, including coronary heart disease (clogged arteries), which can cause heart attacks, stroke, heart …

  6. Coronary Heart Disease - Diagnosis | NHLBI, NIH

    Dec 27, 2024 · Coronary CT angiography is an imaging test that looks at blood flow through the coronary arteries using a special X-ray machine that takes multiple pictures of the heart.

  7. Know the Difference Fact Sheet - NHLBI, NIH

    Know the Difference Fact Sheet Overview Cardiovascular disease, heart disease, and coronary heart disease may sound similar but they are not one in the same. This fact sheet will help you understand …

  8. Coronary Heart Disease - Living With | NHLBI, NIH

    Dec 27, 2024 · Learn about follow-up care for your coronary heart disease, how to prevent serious complications, and how to manage your condition at home.

  9. Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting - Who Needs It? | NHLBI, NIH

    Aug 28, 2024 · Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is used to treat obstructive coronary heart disease, a type of heart disease that occurs when plaque builds up in the coronary arteries that …

  10. Coronary Heart Disease Treatment - NHLBI, NIH

    Dec 27, 2024 · Coronary heart disease treatment can include heart-healthy lifestyle changes, medicines, or procedures to help manage heart disease.