Major Cardiovascular Diseases (CD)

Next week presentation is intended to cover major cardiovascular diseases (CD). The distribution of the topics for the presentation is as follow:

Coronary Heart Disease
Anginas

** Classification (if there is any)
Pathophysiology
Screening
Prevention

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD):

Introduction:
- Definition of CHD
- Importance of the topic
Classification (if applicable):
- Discuss any subtypes or classifications of CHD (e.g., stable angina, unstable angina, myocardial infarction)
Pathophysiology:
- Explain the underlying causes and mechanisms of CHD, including:
  - Atherosclerosis
  - Plaque formation
  - Narrowing of coronary arteries
  - Ischemia and infarction
  - Cardiac remodeling
Screening:
- Describe the methods and tools used for screening and diagnosis of CHD, including:
  - ECG (Electrocardiogram)
  - Stress testing
  - Coronary angiography
  - Cardiac CT/MRI
Prevention:
- Discuss strategies and measures for preventing CHD, such as:
  - Lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise, smoking cessation)
  - Medications (e.g., statins, antiplatelet drugs)
  - Cardiac rehabilitation
  - Risk factor management (hypertension, diabetes)

Angina:

Introduction:
- Define Angina
- Differentiate between stable and unstable angina
Classification (if applicable):
- Explain the different types of angina (e.g., stable, unstable, variant)
Pathophysiology:
- Describe the underlying mechanisms of angina, including:
  - Coronary artery spasms
  - Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle
  - Chest pain and discomfort
Screening:
- Discuss how angina is diagnosed and evaluated, including:
  - Symptoms assessment
  - ECG findings
  - Stress testing
Prevention:
- Highlight strategies for preventing angina attacks, such as:
  - Medications (nitroglycerin, beta-blockers)
  - Lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, stress management)
  - Coronary artery disease management