Causes and treatment of coronary heart disease

Coronary heart disease is mainly caused by coronary atherosclerosis and is also associated with hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, smoking, obesity, lack of exercise, family history, etc. Treatment methods include lifestyle changes, drug therapy, interventional therapy, and surgery. Coronary heart disease is a common cardiovascular disease, the main cause of which is coronary atherosclerosis, leading to stenosis or blockage of blood vessels, thus affecting the blood supply to the heart muscle. The following are the main causes and treatment methods of coronary heart disease: 1. Main causes: coronary atherosclerosis: This is the most common cause of coronary heart disease, because cholesterol and other lipids deposit in the coronary artery wall, forming plaques, leading to vascular stenosis. Other factors: hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, smoking, obesity, lack of exercise, family history, etc. may also increase the risk of coronary heart disease. 2. Treatment: Lifestyle changes: Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important for the treatment of coronary heart disease. This includes quitting smoking, weight control and eating properly (low salt, low fat, low sugar), moderate exercise, stress reduction, etc. Medication: Your doctor may prescribe medications, such as antiplatelet drugs (eg aspirin), statins (e.g. atorvastatin), angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) or angiotensin receptor antagonist (ARB), beta blockers, etc., to reduce the risk of heart attacks, improve symptoms, and prevent complications. Interventional therapy: Interventional therapy may be an effective option for severe coronary artery stenosis. This includes percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), such as coronary angioplasty and stenting, and coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Surgical treatment: In some cases, such as severe coronary artery disease or other complications, heart surgery, such as coronary artery bypass grafting, may be necessary. In addition, regular follow-up and monitoring of patients with coronary artery disease is also important. Doctors will develop individualized treatment plans based on the patient's specific conditions and adjust them according to changes in the condition. In short, coronary heart disease is a serious disease, but through reasonable treatment and lifestyle changes, it can effectively control the disease, reduce the occurrence of complications and improve the quality of life. If you or someone close to you is diagnosed with coronary heart disease, be sure to follow the doctor's advice and actively treat it. It is important to note that the treatment of coronary heart disease may vary for certain groups of people, such as the elderly, people with diabetes, and patients with other health problems. During treatment, close attention should be paid to the body's response and timely communication with doctors to ensure the safety and effectiveness of treatment. At the same time, regular physical examination and cardiovascular risk assessment are carried out in order to detect and treat early and prevent the occurrence and development of coronary heart disease.