by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
CAD remains the leading cause of death globally. It represents a spectrum of diseases, including stable angina, unstable angina, myocardial infarction (heart attack), and sudden cardiac death. Definition Coronary artery disease (CAD), also known as coronary heart...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) is a rare, often underdiagnosed condition in which a tear occurs within the walls of a coronary artery. This tear can cause blood to accumulate within the arterial wall, leading to a reduction in blood flow to the heart...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 18, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Small vessel disease (SVD), also known as microvascular disease or coronary microvascular disease, is a condition that affects the small arteries in the heart. It’s characterized by the narrowing or damage to these small blood vessels, which impairs blood flow...
