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Condition · Also: CVD, heart disease

Cardiovascular disease

Disorders of the heart and blood vessels, the leading cause of death in women.

Disorders of the heart and blood vessels, the leading cause of death in women.

Also known as: CVD, heart disease

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) covers conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease and stroke. It is the leading cause of death among women.

Cardiovascular risk factors are one consideration when clinicians weigh the timing and route of menopausal hormone therapy.

Related terms

Critical window hypothesis

The idea that the effects of menopausal hormone therapy depend on how close to menopause it is started.

HRT

Treatment that replaces estrogen (with a progestogen if the uterus is present) for menopause symptoms.

Transdermal

Delivery of medication through the skin, as with a patch, gel, or spray.

Source

MedlinePlus: Heart Diseases

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