What Are The Major Types Of Heart Disease?

Heart disease describes any disorder that directly impacts the structure or function of the heart. Heart disease is the result of damage to part or all of the heart, poor supply of nutrients and oxygen to the heart, and damage to the coronary arteries. Some individuals have congenital heart disease, and some cases are the result of a genetic variation. A host of lifestyle choices can cause an individual to be at a higher risk of developing heart disease. Heart disease is diagnosed using electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, chest x-ray, cardiac catheterization, stress test, electrophysiology, CT heart scan, heart MRI, pericardiocentesis, and myocardial biopsy. Heart disease is treated by two main mechanisms. Numerous medications are available for the treatment of various types of heart disease, including statins, blood thinners, ACE inhibitors, and beta-blockers. When medication is insufficient to treat heart disease, one or more types of heart surgery are required.