Description
This comprehensive text provides an in-depth exploration of cardiovascular diseases (CVD), including epidemiological trends, physiological mechanisms, and the anatomy of the cardiovascular system. It highlights the rising global burden of CVD, especially in low- and middle-income countries, and examines the leading causes such as ischemic heart disease, stroke, and heart failure. The book delves into the cardiac cycle, heart rate, blood pressure, and the intricate process of excitation-contraction coupling in cardiac muscle cells. It is an essential resource for understanding the pathophysiology, risk factors, and global impact of cardiovascular diseases.
