Coronary artery disease, also referred to as coronary heart disease, as well as just heart disease affects over 12 million Americans on a national level making it the number one killer of Americans. I will explain the disease, its cause, its symptoms, and its known treatments, as well as any additional relevant information on the disease.
Coronary artery disease is defined as when the arteries of the heart become clogged and narrowed, causing restricted blood flow to the heart. This definition may also be referred to as arteriosclerosis. …
