Comments on: Atherosclerosis (Fatty Plaque Disease) Symptoms, Warning Signs

By: Femoral Blood Vessels (Artery and Vein), Anatomy, Pictures | Healthhype.com

Femoral Blood Vessels (Artery and Vein), Anatomy, Pictures | Healthhype.com — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 22:33:50 +0000

[…] Atherosclerosis cause plaque formation within the artery and blood clots (thrombus or embolus) may affect both the artery and vein, although it is more likely to occur in the vein due to slower blood flow. […]

By: Clogged Artery (Carotid, Coronary Arteries) Symptoms, Diagnosis | Healthhype.com

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:41:18 +0000

[…] main cause of the clogged artery or arteries is due to the development of atheromatous plaques (atherosclerosis). A thrombus or embolus are other common causes although the latter may not be detected as it is a […]

By: Thick Blood Vessel Wall - Causes of Thickened Artery, Vein | Healthhype.com

Thick Blood Vessel Wall - Causes of Thickened Artery, Vein | Healthhype.com — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:23:00 +0000

[…] Atherosclerosis is the formation of plaques within the arterial wall which bulges into the lumen of the vessel. It tends to affect large to medium sized arteries. Apart from the plaques, inflammation of the vessel wall and smooth muscle proliferation as part of atherogenesis may also cause swelling of the affected artery. […]

By: Narrowing Artery - Causes of Arterial Stenosis | Healthhype.com

Narrowing Artery - Causes of Arterial Stenosis | Healthhype.com — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 20:29:41 +0000

[…] Atherosclerosis is the most common cause of arterial narrowing. The formation of atheromatous plaques within the wall of the artery bulges into the lumen and partially reduces blood flow to target organs. Atherosclerosis is progressive – it develops slowly over time. If left untreated, the plaque can grow to a size that significantly impairs the flow of blood. In addition, rupture of the plaque and the formation of a blood clot may then completely occlude the artery. […]