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Coronary Artery Disease


Coronary Artery Disease

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. CAD develops when plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. See if you’re at risk for CAD, and how you can help prevent it.

Medical Reviewer: Cunningham, Louise, RN
Medical Reviewer: Kang, Steven, MD
Medical Reviewer: Turley, Raymond Jr, PA-C

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