The cardiovascular system consists of the

heart, blood vessels, and blood. Its primary

function is to transport nutrients and oxygen-
rich blood to all parts of the body and to carry
deoxygenated blood back to the lungs.

It consists of the following organs and tissues:

● The heart: A muscular pump that forces blood around the body.

● A closed system of blood vessels

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● : These vessels include:
○ Arteries: Vessels that carry blood away from the heart.
○ Veins: Vessels that bring blood back to the heart.
 ○ Capillaries: Tiny vessels that branch off from arteries to deliver b

Common conditions that can affect the cardiovascular system include

coronary artery disease, heart attack, high blood pressure, and stroke.

Two important circulation processes

Pulmonary circulation

Blood without oxygen comes into the right side of your heart and is sent to the
lungs to get oxygen and get rid of carbon dioxide. Then the oxygenated blood
comes back through the left side of your heart.

Systemic circulation

Blood that has just gotten oxygen from the lungs and returned through your
heart’s left side is pushed out to the rest of your body’s cells so they can
receive oxygen and nutrients. The cycle starts again when blood without
oxygen goes to the right side of your heart.

Where is the cardiovascular system located?

Your heart is located in the middle of your chest. It connects to your blood
vessels. They go everywhere throughout your body so they can get oxygen
and nutrients to every part of your body. They also take waste away from all
the cells in your body.

How much does your heart weigh?

Gender and overall body weight, as well as disease, can affect your heart’s
weight. But it’s estimated to be about 8 ounces to 12 ounces.

What is the cardiovascular system made of?

Blood vessels are made up of layers of connective tissue, muscle and elastic fibers.
Your heart has muscle and other tissue. Blood flows through its four hollow chambers.

How big is the cardiovascular system?

Your heart is about the size of your fist. Your blood vessels run throughout your body
from top to bottom, so the network is as tall and wide as you.