Coronary Artery Disease.
A condition caused by the buildup of plaque (atherosclerosis) inside the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle. The leading cause of heart attacks and the most common reason for coronary bypass surgery.
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What is coronary artery disease?
A condition caused by the buildup of plaque (atherosclerosis) inside the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle. The leading cause of heart attacks and the most common reason for coronary bypass surgery.
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