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Cardiovascular Health after 40

Meaning

Cardiovascular Health after 40 describes the clinical and physiological state of the heart and vascular system in individuals entering and progressing through midlife, a period marked by subtle but significant age-related changes. This domain encompasses the maintenance of arterial elasticity, optimal blood pressure regulation, favorable lipid profiles, and efficient myocardial function. The clinical focus shifts to proactive risk stratification and intervention to mitigate the accelerated onset of atherosclerosis and age-related vascular stiffness often observed post-forty. Hormonal shifts, particularly declines in sex hormones, are recognized as key modulators of vascular function in this demographic.