Previous studies have shown that microplastic and nanoplastic particles can induce inflammation and other negative effects in the body.

Cardiologists reveal the unexpected symptoms of clogged arteries and underlying heart disease that you should know about. The ...

Carotid Endarterectomy surgery involves exposing the carotid artery in the neck, clamping the artery above and below the plaque buildup, opening up the artery with a knife while it is clamped and ...

The narrowing of the carotid arteries is most commonly related to atherosclerosis (a build-up of plaque, which is a deposit of fatty ... and extend upward through the neck carrying oxygen-rich blood ...

This narrowing, which is the result of plaque buildups in the arteries, can result in a heart attack or stroke. The study was published in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine. The study included ...

Peripheral artery disease affects nearly 20 million adults in the U.S.1 and over 200 million people globally.2 PAD is caused by a build-up of plaque in the arteries that blocks blood flow to the ...

Chest Pain (Angina) Chest pain, known as angina, is a common warning sign of significant artery blockages. It often feels ...

It means imaging does not show a buildup of calcified plaque in the heart’s blood vessels. Coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores show the calcium level in the arteries. CAC levels can help ...

Cholesterol is a waxy build up in the arteries that puts pressure ... High cholesterol: 6 home remedies to prevent LDL spike and plaque formation in arteries Pregnancy after 35: Risk factors ...

When surgical intervention is needed, carotid endarterectomy involves removing plaque from the artery, while carotid stenting uses a small tube to keep the artery open. The choice depends on the ...

Calcium buildup in arteries results from chronic vascular inflammation and degeneration, often influenced by risk factors like age, diet, and chronic conditions. The test quantifies plaque ...