MedCity News October 22, 2024
Highly preventable if diagnosed and managed early, CAD should be a healthcare priority. Both patients and providers have pivotal roles in driving this change.
Most of us are familiar with the staggering statistics that position cardiovascular disease (CVD) as the number one cause of death globally. Delving deeper, it’s crucial to recognize that coronary artery disease (CAD) is a subset of CVD that tops the charts, claiming roughly 1 in 5 lives. CAD occurs when the arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked by plaque buildup, leading to heart attacks and other serious complications. The encouraging news is that CAD is highly preventable if diagnosed and managed early, with approximately 80% of deaths being avoidable. Early detection...
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