Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
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Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk
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Chapter 33, Problem 2AC
Summary Introduction

To describe:

The factors that would be taken into account to ration the cardiovascular procedure, such as heart transplant or bypass surgery.

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Cardiovascular diseases affect the blood vessels and heart, and result in generating the disturbance in normal functioning of cardiovascular system. Blockage in the arteries results in the death of heart tissue followed by heart attack.

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