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Microvascular Coronary Dysfunction

Clinical Definition Microvascular coronary dysfunction is a cardiovascular condition that affects the capillaries and arterioles connected to the myocardium. Microvascular dysfunction interferes with proper dilation of the small vessels carrying oxygen to the myocardium. Ischemia and angina may develop as a result of microvascular coronary dysfunction. In Our Own Words The heart pumps blood to

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