Microvascular Disease (MVD) is an often-overlooked yet significant contributor to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. It refers to the dysfunction or damage to the small blood vessels in the heart, including the coronary microvasculature, which plays a crucial role in supplying oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle. Unlike Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), which affects larger blood vessels, MVD occurs in the tiny, intricate network of capillaries and arterioles. Despite its subtle nature, microvascular disease can lead to serious heart-related complications, including chest pain, heart failure, and poor outcomes following heart
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