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How can hypertension causes acute coronary syndrome?
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It is not cause : And effect. Each is a product of underlying health problems common to both.
Answered 6/15/2013
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Usually not: A hypertensive spell can cause aortic or coronary acute dissection, but commonly atherosclerosis is the cause of heart attacks - acute coronary syndromes.
Answered 6/17/2013
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