CD8+ T cells accumulate in atherosclerotic plaques. LMU researchers identify a crucial signaling pathway – with therapeutic potential.

Heart disease is the root cause of heart attacks and the leading cause of death for men, women and people across most racial ...

Researchers from the Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) and the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP ...

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.

Atherosclerosis, or "hardening of the arteries," is a vascular disease (disease of the arteries and veins). Carotid artery disease is similar to coronary artery disease, in which blockages occur in ...

When occurring in the cerebrovascular system, stroke can occur. Atherosclerosis also contributes to peripheral arterial disease, aortic aneurysms, renal artery disease and mesenteric ischemia.

Researchers from the Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) and the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP ...

poor circulation caused by atherosclerosis to areas like the low back and rotator cuff in shoulders contributes to injuries—and hinders postoperative healing. Sexual dysfunction occurs when blood flow ...

In addition to substantial lifestyle changes, there may be additional help in reversing atherosclerosis, including statin drugs. Here's what to know.