What is coronary artery disease? | Circulatory System and Disease | NCLEX-RN | Khan Academy
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The heart pumps blood throughout the body and requires oxygen to function properly. Coronary artery disease can lead to plaque buildup, causing conditions like stable angina, unstable angina, heart attack, and heart failure.
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- The coronary arteries are crucial for providing the heart with oxygen, running on the outer surface of the heart to ensure proper function.
- Distinguishing between stable angina, unstable angina, heart attack, and heart failure is essential, as each represents a distinct condition with specific causes and outcomes related to heart health.
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The heart is a muscular pump that circulates blood throughout the body, beating around 100,000 times daily.
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