Arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is the most common form of arteriosclerosis. In atherosclerosis, thickening of the intima with plaques that can contain lipid-laden macrophages. The plaques are prone to calcification and ulceration.
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News Round Up from AHA Scientific Sessions 2008 - November 10th
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Crestor Can Reduce Risk For Cardiovascular Events In Patients With High Levels Of Protein, Study Finds
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