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  1. 3. The central organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.
  2. 4. Electrocardiogram.
  3. 6. Coronary Artery Disease.
  4. 8. Hypertension.
  5. 9. Artery Disease A condition where the arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked.
  6. 11. Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack).
  7. 12. Congestive Heart Failure.
  8. 13. (suffix) Refers to inflammation (e.g., endocarditis is inflammation of the inner lining of the heart).
  9. 14. Blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart.
  10. 17. An ultrasound of the heart that provides images to assess heart function and structure.
  11. 19. (prefix) Refers to blood vessels (e.g., angioplasty is a procedure to open blocked arteries).
  12. 20. X-ray An imaging tool used to check for issues like an enlarged heart or fluid buildup in the lungs.
  13. 22. Attack Occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.
  14. 24. A condition in which fatty deposits build up in the arteries, narrowing them and reducing blood flow.
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  1. 1. (root)Refers to the heart.
  2. 2. A tool used by doctors to listen to heart sounds, helping diagnose heart murmurs or irregular rhythms.
  3. 5. Vessels Includes arteries, veins, and capillaries that transport blood.
  4. 7. Small blood vessels that allow exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste products between blood and tissues.
  5. 10. A test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.
  6. 13. (suffix)Refers to the study of (e.g., cardiology is the study of the heart).
  7. 15. Blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.
  8. 16. Catheterization A procedure used to examine the blood vessels of the heart and can also be used to perform treatments like angioplasty.
  9. 18. High blood pressure, which can damage blood vessels and increase the risk of heart disease.
  10. 21. Failure A condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup and other symptoms.
  11. 23. (suffix) Refers to surgical removal (e.g., phlebectomy is the removal of veins).