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Cardiovascular Strain

Meaning

Cardiovascular strain is a clinical term describing any excessive or prolonged physiological burden placed upon the heart and blood vessel system, potentially compromising its structure or function. This strain manifests as increased workload on the myocardium, elevated vascular resistance, or structural changes like arterial stiffness and hypertrophy. Chronic hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunction, and sustained inflammation are key drivers of this pathological state, which significantly elevates the risk for major adverse cardiovascular events.