5. Cardiovascular Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Function of circulatory system.
A
The human circulatory system functions to transport blood and oxygen from the lungs to the various tissues of the body.
2
Q
What is cardiovascular disease?
A
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels.
3
Q
Give 3 examples of cardiovascular disease.
A
Aneurysms.
Thrombosis
Myocardial infarction.
4
Q
What do most CD’s start with?
A
Atheroma formation.
5
Q
What is coronary heart disease?
A
Type of cardiovascular disease.
Occurring when the coronary arteries have lots of atheromas in them, which restricts blood flow to the heart muscle
Can lead to myocardial infarction.
