Heart Disease

Definition

This is a class of diseases involving the heart or blood vessels. It includes conditions such as coronary artery disease, arrhythmias (heart rhythm problems), and congenital heart defects (problems present at birth).

Related terms

Cardiovascular Disease: A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels. Cardiovascular diseases include coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke.

Atherosclerosis: A condition where the arteries become narrowed and hardened due to a buildup of plaque around the artery wall.

Hypertension: Also known as high blood pressure, it's a long-term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.