Which of the following occurs when the blood vessels that supply the heart muscles are narrowed or closed by the gradual buildup of a hard, fatty substance called plaque and inflammation of the vessel walls, blocking the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the heart?

A) Cardiomyopathy
B) Inflammatory heart disease
C) Valvular heart disease
D) Coronary heart disease (CHD)

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is a condition characterized by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle due to plaque buildup in the coronary arteries, leading to heart attacks and chest pain.

Atherosclerosis

A condition characterized by the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls, which can restrict blood flow.

Inflammatory Heart Disease

A condition caused by inflammation of the heart muscles or tissues, which can lead to various health complications, including myo- and pericarditis.