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I have a exam if pathophysiology tomorrow but I can't find answer of this question, so please help me out by finding this answer. Q.} what are the difference between congestive heart failure and coronary artery disease.
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Heart failure, sometimes known as congestive heart failure, occurs when your heart muscle doesn't pump blood as well as it should. Certain conditions, such as narrowed arteries in your heart (coronary artery disease) or high blood pressure, gradually leave your heart too weak or stiff to fill and pump efficiently Coronary heart disease refers to a narrowing of the coronary arteries, the blood vessels that supply oxygen and blood to the heart. It is also known as coronary artery disease. It is a major cause of illness and death. ... Sometimes, a clot can obstruct the flow of blood to the heart muscle.
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