kardiovaskulaar
Kardiovaskulaar refers to the circulatory system, which includes the heart, blood vessels, and blood. This system is responsible for transporting oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and other essential substances to all parts of the body, while also removing waste products like carbon dioxide. The heart acts as a pump, rhythmically contracting to propel blood through the arteries, capillaries, and veins. Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart, while veins return deoxygenated blood back to the heart. Capillaries are tiny blood vessels where the exchange of gases and nutrients occurs between the blood and the body's tissues.
The health of the kardiovaskulaar system is crucial for overall well-being. Conditions affecting this system are