Millions of Americans have peripheral artery disease, a disorder primarily caused by fatty deposits that can narrow arteries and block blood flow to the legs. Often, the first symptom they feel is leg ...
Treating a fully blocked artery with medication alone is equally effective as percutaneous coronary intervention, according to a study presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 66th Annual ...
Imagine a treatment for clogged arteries that opens them up much in the same way Drano opens up a clogged drain. That's the principle behind a new therapy surgeons are testing for use on patients with ...
Philips (NYSE: PHG) today announced results from the iMODERN trial evaluating immediate versus delayed treatment of narrowed ...
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have 50-percent blockage of my carotid arteries on both sides. What is the recommended treatment? The purpose of treatment for carotid artery disease is to prevent a stroke. But ...
In patients with suspected MI with no obstructed coronary arteries, a stratified treatment protocol was superior to standard ...
Dear Dr. Roach • In December 2013 I had a blood clot in my left eye. It blocked my vision and then passed after about 25 minutes. My doctor had many tests done, and one indicated that I have plaque in ...
Intensive treatment of severe gum disease can help prevent arteries from becoming clogged, supporting heart health and ...
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