Definition of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitor

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Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitor

The term 'Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitor' as it applies to the area of hospitals can be defined as 'A drug used to treat heart attacks, heart failure, or a decreased function of the left heart. They stop production of a hormone that can narrow blood vessels. This helps reduce the pressure in the heart and lower blood pressure'.

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