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Coronary Artery Disease Definition
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A person with coronary artery disease has narrowing of the arteries that supply blood and oxygen to the heart. As the narrowing worsens, the arteries become unable to supply enough oxygen to meet demand. This can cause chest pain, known as angina. Severe narrowing can also cause a heart attack.
![]() ![]() Coronary artery disease is caused by atherosclerosis, which is also called hardening of the arteries. Continue to Coronary Artery Disease Incidence
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