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Cardiovascular Disorders and Diseases When researching Cardiovascular Disorders and Diseases the first topic that tends to come to mind is "Heart Attack." A Heart Attack is caused by the blockage of a coronary vessel, that is a vessel responsible for supplying the heart with blood. Coronary Artery Disease is a serious problem in the United States, despite heightened awareness and medical capabilities. Arteriosclerosis, the hardening of the arteries, is the collective term for many diseases of the arteries. The most common of these diseases is Atherosclerosis. This is responsible for the build-up of plaque in arteries which leads to clots and eventually may result in a heart attack. A visit to the doctor for a regular check-up always examines a few "vital" pieces of information. One of these factors is blood pressure. There are two disorders accompanied by blood pressure. Hypertension - Around 25% adult Americans have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Hypertension increases the risk of heart and kidney disease, as well as stroke. High blood pressure is defined as a systolic pressure of 140 or higher and a diastolic pressure of 90 or higher. Average blood pressure is considered 120/80 mm hg for an adult. Hypotension - Chronic low blood pressure, hypotension, is generally not a health concern. When blood pressure drops suddenly an inadequate supply of blood, and respectively oxygen, to the brain and other vital organs may result in medical issues. |