Some atherosclerotic plaques have a stable fibrous cap; others, with a thin cap, are considered “vulnerable.” Unfortunately, only a few research centers have access to the techniques and ...

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 researchers have carried out detailed analyses of atherosclerotic plaques from a total of 219 individuals with cardiovascular diseases, and of these, 72 had type 2 diabetes. Atherosclerosis ...

A study published in Nature Cardiovascular Research identifies an intrinsic anti-inflammatory factor that can be therapeutically targeted to reduce vascular inflammation and atherosclerosis.