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Coronary Heart Disease

It starts with blocked arteries

When your arteries clog up, the flow of blood and oxygen to your heart is restricted. Blocked arteries are the number one cause of coronary heart disease, and can lead to a heart attack.

Nearly 1 million Americans will have heart attacks

Each year, an estimated 1 million Americans have heart attacks. And for nearly half of these people, the attacks will be fatal. Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

Over 13 million Americans have heart disease

For many of these people, suffering from heart disease can mean a restricted life. Chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea and sweating and fatigue can cause people to do less of the activities they love.

Learn about the treatment of heart disease

Though coronary heart disease is a serious condition, it can be treated effectively. Treatment using advanced techniques can allow people to live active, healthy lifestyles. Talk to your doctor about the options open to you.

CYPHER® Stent Information for Professionals
Doctor Talking to Patient about Coronary Heart Disease
See Important Questions to Ask Your Doctor about the CYPHER® Stent
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The CYPHER® Stent is not for everyone — especially those who cannot take antiplatelet medicine, or have certain allergies. It carries risks, including the formation of a blood clot in the stent, heart attack, and the possible need for a repeat procedure. The CYPHER® Stent also carries the risks associated with the drug sirolimus. Talk to your doctor about these risks, and whether this or other treatments are right for you. Please read the Important Patient Safety Information.

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