Circulation (journal)
Circulation (journal)
Circulation (pronounced: /sɜːr.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/) is a scientific medical journal published by the American Heart Association (AHA). It is a peer-reviewed journal that focuses on cardiovascular diseases and conditions.
Etymology
The term "circulation" originates from the Latin word "circulatio", which means "a going around". In the context of the journal, it refers to the circulation of blood within the body, a fundamental aspect of cardiovascular health.
Overview
Circulation publishes original research articles, review articles, and clinical studies related to the field of cardiology. The journal covers a wide range of topics including coronary disease, heart failure, vascular disease, stroke, and hypertension. It is recognized for its high impact factor and is considered one of the leading journals in the field of cardiology.
Related Terms
- American Heart Association: A non-profit organization in the United States that fosters appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke.
- Cardiology: A branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the heart and parts of the circulatory system.
- Coronary Disease: A disease of the heart caused by the build-up of plaque leading to blockages in the coronary arteries.
- Heart Failure: A chronic condition in which the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should.
- Vascular Disease: A class of diseases of the blood vessels – the arteries and veins of the circulatory system of the body.
- Stroke: A medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death.
- Hypertension: A long-term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Circulation (journal)
- Wikipedia's article - Circulation (journal)
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