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∙ 10y agoAtheroscelosis is caused by the plaque build up in the inner wall of the artery.
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Plaque on the arterial walls is characteristic of?
atherosclerosis.
What can borax be used for?
how to clear arterial plaque
Are there heavy metals in arterial plaque?
you believe isnt very assuring
In what part of the arterial wall does cholesterol plaque develop?
Under the endothelial layer.
By what age do most people first have well developed arterial plaque?
Arterial plaque typically starts to develop in childhood and progresses over time. By age 20, most people already have some degree of arterial plaque buildup, which can increase the risk for heart disease and other cardiovascular issues later in life.
What is the excision within the artery?
Endarterectomy - Excision within the artery (excision of plaque from the arterial wall).
What is the medical term for a deposit of plaque on the arterial wall?
The deposit over time of plaque (lipids and fibrous tissue) in the tunica intrima (inner wall) of arteries is atherosclerosis. An atheroma is an encysted tumor (fatty deposit) in the internal arterial wall or is the fatty degeneration of that wall.
What is the medical term meaning passage of a balloon catheter through the lumen of an occluded coronary vessel to compress plaque against the arterial walls?
Angioplasty or balloon angioplasty is the medical term meaning passage of a balloon catheter through the lumen of an occluded coronary vessel to compress plaque against the arterial walls.
Does EDTA reduce arterial plaque?
I am 49 years old EDTA, reduced my cholesteral by 100 points in 2007. If cholesteral creates plaque then it should reduce it. Any quesitons send to cyberguy17@msn.com
Why do people with diabetes have poor circulation?
Because the arterial walls begin to harden and plaque formation increases within the walls of the arteries.
By what age do most people first have well-developed arterial plaque?
There is no specific age at which most people first have well-developed arterial plaque as it can vary depending on various factors such as genetics, lifestyle choices, and overall health. However, the development of arterial plaque is typically a gradual process that can start as early as childhood and progress over many years. It is influenced by risk factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
What is arthrosclerosis?
Atherosclerosis is the hardening of arterial walls due to plaque deposits. If the condition worsens and isn't treated, it can lead to a heart attack.
