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Atherosclerosis
A condition characterized by the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls, leading to reduced blood flow.
Hypertension
A condition commonly known as high blood pressure, where the force of the blood against the artery walls is consistently too high.
Myocardial Infarction
Also known as a heart attack, it occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.
Cardiomyopathy
A disease of the heart muscle that affects its size, shape, and ability to pump blood.
Angina
Chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscles, often signaling underlying heart disease.
Heart Failure
A chronic condition where the heart does not pump blood as well as it should, leading to symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue.
Stroke
A medical condition where poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death, leading to loss of brain function.
Coronary Artery Disease
A disease caused by the buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle.
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
A test that records the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time, useful for detecting heart abnormalities.
Echocardiogram
An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to produce images of the heart, allowing assessment of its structure and function.
Peripheral Edema
Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues, often seen in the legs and ankles.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
A condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs, which can lead to serious complications if it travels.
Pulmonary Embolism
A blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries in the lungs, usually caused by blood clots that travel to the lungs from the deep veins in the legs.
Anemia
A condition in which you lack enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your body's tissues.
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Often called a mini-stroke, a TIA is a temporary period of symptoms similar to those of a stroke.
Hyperlipidemia
An abnormally high concentration of fats or lipids in the blood, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Right Upper Quadrant (RUQ) Diseases
Includes conditions such as cholecystitis and liver disease.
Left Upper Quadrant (LUQ) Diseases
Includes conditions such as gastritis and splenic issues.
Right Lower Quadrant (RLQ) Diseases
Includes conditions such as appendicitis and ovarian issues.
Left Lower Quadrant (LLQ) Diseases
Includes conditions such as diverticulitis and renal colic.