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There are two conditions in particular that may involve the posterior tibial artery. Peripheral Artery Disease Peripheral artery disease typically is caused by atherosclerosis. It occurs when plaque—a ...

Background: Racial disparities exist regarding treatment and outcomes of peripheral artery disease (PAD) in the United States (US). Black versus White Americans are more likely to have delayed PAD ...

Coronary artery calcification (CAC) has posed unique challenges since the advent of percutaneous coronary interventions. CAC may complicate into inability to cross device, acute stent under-expansion, ...

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This is what makes is healthier than white sugar. However, while it’s a healthier option ... This leads to the development of atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque builds up in the arteries. This, ...

UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in central Pennsylvania has treated its first patient with a new therapy. In-stent restenosis (ISR) is a condition in which scar tissue forms inside the stent ...

Clogged arteries, or atherosclerosis - a chronic inflammatory condition that develops as plaque accumulates within artery walls., can increase the risk of severe health issues, including heart ...

When left untreated, plaque can lead to blood clotting or hinder the usual blood flow. In this article, we tell you the top 7 black superfoods that can be added to your diet to keep the arteries ...

When there's too much LDL cholesterol in your system, it can form plaque in your arteries, which raises the risk of heart disease. It's important to lower LDL cholesterol levels to prevent clogged ...

The test can also look at the plaque, or buildup of cholesterol, fat, blood cells and more that can narrow or block arteries. Vulnerable plaque, when found, is often a warning sign for a sudden ...

White and Black women have joined together to power progressive causes — from abolition to civil rights — but it’s a tenuous alliance. By Nikole Hannah-Jones Nikole Hannah-Jones is a ...