refers to the class of diseases that involve the
Heart and/or
Blood Vessel s (
Arteries and
Vein s). While the term technically refers to any disease that affects the
Cardiovascular System , it is usually used to refer to those related to
Atherosclerosis (arterial disease). These conditions have similar causes, mechanisms, and treatments. In practice, cardiovascular disease is treated by
Cardiologists ,
Thoracic Surgeons ,
Vascular Surgeons ,
Neurologists , and
Interventional Radiologists , depending on the organ system that is being treated. There is considerable overlap in the specialties, and it is common for certain procedures to be performed by different types of specialists in the same hospital.
