What is the magnitude of the public health problem of IHD nationally and internationally?
IHD remains a major public health problem nationally and internationally. According to the World Health Organization, IHD is the leading cause of death globally, accounting for over 17 million deaths in 2019. In the United States, IHD is the leading cause of death, accounting for over 6 million deaths per year. It is estimated that IHD costs the United States over $200 billion annually in medical costs and lost productivity.