In atherosclerosis, the vascular smooth muscle cell (VSMC) contributes to vessel wall inflammation and lipoprotein retention, as well as to the formation of the fibrous cap that provides stability ...

A drug candidate, previously successful at treating severe fatty liver disease, reduces atherosclerosis—a primary driver of ...

Atherosclerosis is a chronic ... This is the progressive stage of plaque formation, characterized by the migration of SMCs into the intima, attracted by signals from the foam cells.

Atherosclerosis is when plaque forms in the arteries. This can lead to blood clots that may suddenly stop blood supply; when ...

While both atherosclerosis and arteriosclerosis involve artery changes, plaque formation in atherosclerosis can come with additional health risks. The symptoms of atherosclerosis and ...

KARACHI: Alarmingly high levels of obesity, low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad” cholesterol), and low levels ...