Understanding Coronary Artery Disease

ebook Understanding Medicine

By Pejman Hajbabaie

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Understanding Coronary Artery Disease: A Patient's Guide to Angina, Heart Attacks, Diagnosis, and Life-Saving Care

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide—but with knowledge, comes power. Understanding Coronary Artery Disease is a clear, compassionate, and medically sound guide designed to help you navigate the most common and serious heart condition: CAD.

Written by a practicing family doctor, this book simplifies complex cardiology into relatable language for patients, caregivers, and anyone looking to protect their heart health. From early warning signs like stable angina to emergency conditions like heart attacks (NSTEMI and STEMI), you'll learn how to recognize symptoms, understand test results, explore your treatment options, and take control of your recovery.


What You'll Learn Inside:

  • How coronary arteries function—and what happens when they're blocked
  • The difference between stable angina, unstable angina, and heart attacks
  • Diagnostic tools: ECGs, stress tests, angiograms, blood tests
  • Medications explained: statins, aspirin, nitrates, beta blockers, and more
  • Interventions: stents, angioplasty, and coronary bypass surgery
  • How to lower your risk through diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes
  • Rare conditions like coronary spasm and MINOCA
  • The truth about "silent" heart disease in women and diabetics
  • Why CPR and AEDs can save lives—and how you can be prepared
  • Common myths, FAQs, and what to expect after a diagnosis
  • Understanding Coronary Artery Disease