valtimotautirypmä
Valtimotautirypmä, known in English as cardiovascular disease (CVD) group, refers to a cluster of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels. These diseases share common risk factors and often occur together, increasing the overall risk for an individual. The main components of this group include coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure, and peripheral artery disease.
Coronary heart disease involves the narrowing or blockage of the arteries that supply blood to the heart
Key risk factors for developing diseases within the valtimotautirypmä include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes,
Prevention and management strategies focus on addressing these modifiable risk factors. Lifestyle changes such as adopting