Alterations of endothelial cells and the vasculature play a central role in the pathogenesis of
a broad spectrum of the most dreadful of human diseases, as endothelial cells have the key …

With an increasing global burden of coronary artery disease (CAD), early detection and
timely management of risk factors are crucial to reduce morbidity and mortality in such …

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Atherothrombosis is a complex disease in which cholesterol deposition, inflammation, and
thrombus formation play a major role. Rupture of high-risk, vulnerable plaques is …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and atherosclerosis are chronic irreversible
diseases, that share a number of common causative factors including cigarette smoking …

The vascular endothelium occupies a catalog of functions that contribute to the homeostasis
of the cardiovascular system. It is a physically active barrier between circulating blood and …

New blood vessels are initially formed through the assembly or sprouting of endothelial
cells, but the recruitment of supporting pericytes and vascular smooth muscle cells (mural …

On the basis of the high fat content of nuts, they are traditionally considered as foods that
provide a high amount of energy. However, epidemiologic and clinical observations do not …

Background and Purpose—Atherosclerosis is a diffuse, chronic inflammatory disorder that
involves the vascular, metabolic, and immune systems and leads to plaque vulnerability …

Atherosclerosis is no longer considered a disorder due to abnormalities in lipid metabolism.
In fact, the inciting event of atherosclerosis is likely an inflammatory insult that occurs …