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Unit: Circulatory system diseases

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With the heart pumping 24/7, it’s crucial that things flow smoothly (pun intended!). Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. The underlying reasons for circulatory system problems vary from your genes to your lifestyle. To combat this growing problem in the world, we need a better understanding of these diseases.

Heart disease and heart attacks

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Atherosclerosis, arteriosclerosis, and arteriolosclerosis

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Stroke

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Stroke diagnosis and management

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Hypertension

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Heart failure

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Aortic dissection and aneurysm

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Myocarditis and pericarditis

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Cardiomyopathy

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Cardiac dysrhythmias and tachycardias

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Heart valve diseases

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Acyanotic heart diseases

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Cyanotic heart diseases

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Shock

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Vasculitis

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Circulatory system quizzes

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