In order to detect a vulnerable atherosclerotic plaque that is more likely to cause cardiovascular events, one should focus on studying biomarkers more associated with destabilization rather than ...

In atherosclerosis, the vascular smooth muscle ... as well as to the formation of the fibrous cap that provides stability to the plaque. The VSMC can undergo a proliferative response that ...

This study aimed to investigate the effect of taurine on the development of atherosclerotic plaques. Plasma taurine ... and arterial histology in the individual mice were examined.