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Coronary artery disease, which leads to heart attack, is the most common type of heart condition. Atherosclerosis, the buildup of plaque in the inner walls of the arteries, is a major cause of coronary artery disease. Much of your cardiac rehab treatment plan centers on minimizing or reversing atherosclerosis through lifestyle changes and medicines.
No matter what condition brought you to cardiac rehab, learning how it developed and may progress may help you understand why it's so important to achieve your treatment goals. Heart
Attack (Coronary Heart Disease or Coronary Artery Disease)
Your treatment plan may include a lot of tests and procedures. It's important that you understand the procedures you're undergoing as well as the results. These links can help you learn more about them, but don't be shy about asking for more information. Discuss these procedures with your healthcare team and ask questions until you're satisfied that you understand them. |
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