cardiovascular system
[ˌkɑːr.di.oʊˈvæs.kjə.lər ˈsɪs.təm]
nounpl: cardiovascular systems
sistema cardiovascular
1. The biological system comprising the heart, blood vessels, and blood that circulates oxygen and nutrients throughout the body
Regular exercise strengthens the cardiovascular system and improves heart health.
O exercício regular fortalece o sistema cardiovascular e melhora a saúde do coração.
2. The network of organs and tissues responsible for transport of blood and oxygen to all body cells
Doctors recommend monitoring your cardiovascular system as you age.
Os médicos recomendam monitorar seu sistema cardiovascular conforme você envelhece.
This term is standard medical terminology used universally in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of mortality, making this term prominent in healthcare education and public health campaigns. Both American and Brazilian medical professionals use 'cardiovascular system' and 'sistema cardiovascular' interchangeably in professional settings.
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