The understanding of the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis and related vascular diseases has changed over the last decade, providing new perspectives for preventive and therapeutic strategies.

Atherosclerosis is the build-up of fatty material (such as cholesterol), fibrous material and calcium). The build-up forms an atheroma (degeneration of the walls of the arteries) under the ...

Atherosclerosis and related cardiovascular diseases represent one of the greatest threats to human health worldwide. Despite important progress in prevention and treatment, these conditions still ...

"A role for endothelial dysfunction in the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis continues to emerge. We have recently investigated the role of plasma and tissue endothelin in humans with symptomatic ...

Atherosclerosis is a chronic, systemic, inflammatory and metabolic disease and pathologic process characterized by the accumulation of cholesterol and calcium plaque within the arterial wall.

The pathophysiology of intermittent claudication ... PVD is a sign of generalized atherosclerosis and increases the risk of cardiac morbidity and mortality. Smoking, hypertension, diabetes ...

Prof Johnson has a long-standing interest in the pathophysiology of numerous cardiovascular pathologies including atherosclerosis, aortic aneurysms, and restenosis. His studies include a marriage of ...

Vicente Andrés, leader of the Molecular and Genetic Cardiovascular Pathophysiology group at ... of Oviedo and a CNIC visiting ...

A common genetic pathway may account for increased risk for atherosclerotic disease in patients with chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain.

Professor Judith Sluimer will visit Australia as the recipient of the 2025 Selby Fellowship. Photo: Joey RobertsThe Academy is pleased to announce ...