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Body part

Heart

Cardiovascular Organs

The heart — the pump behind circulation and blood pressure.

Common conditions

High blood pressure

Persistently elevated arterial pressure — usually symptomless, but a major driver of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease.
High cholesterol

Elevated LDL ("bad") cholesterol, a key, symptomless risk factor for cardiovascular disease.