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Fatty, cholesterol-containing deposits build up over time, forming plaques in the heart's arteries. If a plaque ruptures, a blood clot can form. The clot ...
... plaques as the study began had lower rates of plaque buildup. The study also found that the rate of buildup of plaques was more closely tied to the total ...
Too much LDL cholesterol in the blood causes plaque to build up in the arteries. The buildup cuts blood flow and leads to heart and blood vessel conditions ...
Millions of Americans have coronary artery disease caused by plaque buildup in their blood vessels. But once heart disease starts, can the damage be undone?
The procedure to remove plaques is called carotid endarterectomy. Evaluate the placement and effectiveness of a stent, a mesh tube used to improve blood flow ...
The purpose of this research study is to determine if carotid artery ultrasound scanning can provide additional information for determining cardiovascular risk ...
Looking at your teeth, gums, mouth and tongue for signs of plaque, irritation or swelling. Measuring the pocket depth of the groove between your gums and teeth.
... plaque builds up in artery walls. This narrows the arteries, restricting circulation and possibly resulting in plaque breaking loose and forming a blood clot.
This procedure removes plaque buildup in the carotid artery to help reduce your risk of stroke.
Carotid stenosis occurs when fatty deposits, or plaques, block the carotid arteries — the blood vessels that deliver blood to your brain and head. The blockage ...
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