61. Vascular Disease Foundation Patient education regarding peripheral artery disease, including atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries, abdominal aortic aneurysms, Buerger's Disease, and deep vein thrombosis. http://www.vdf.org/

62. Elsevier Author Gateway International Journal for Research and Investigation on atherosclerosis and Related Diseases Official Journal of the European atherosclerosis Society http://authors.elsevier.com/JournalDetail.html?PubID=522790&Precis=DESC

63. Guidant Your Heart And Circulatory System Information on coronary artery disease including atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, carotid artery disease and atherosclerotic plaque. http://www.guidant.com/condition/cad/condition.shtml

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64. MayoClinic.com - Page Not Found Information about atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, diagnostic tests, treatment, risk factors and prevention. http://www.mayoclinic.com/home?id=HQ00816

65. Atherosclerosis/Arteriosclerosis- HealthWorld Online A look at the disease and herbal and other alternative treatment modalities. http://www.healthy.net/library/books/hoffman/cardiovascular/ATHERO.HTM

66. CHRYOUR HEALTH atherosclerosis ( Hardening of the Artheries ), atherosclerosis arteries. atherosclerosis is responsible for most cardiovascular disease. http://www.crha-health.ab.ca/hlthconn/items/ather.htm

Atherosclerosis ("Hardening of the Artheries") Atherosclerosis (ATH/err/oh/skler/OH/sis), commonly referred to as "hardening of the arteries," is the build up of fatty materials (plaque) on the inside of the arteries. Atherosclerosis is responsible for most cardiovascular disease. It is useful to compare atherosclerosis to what happens to a waterpipe over time. Rust and sediment from the water can begin to collect along the inside surface of the water pipe. Gradually the inside surface of the pipe, which was once smooth, becomes rough and begins to narrow. The flow of water may eventually be reduced to a thin stream and one day the waterflow may be blocked completely. Just like the water pipe, the inner walls of your arteries start out smooth so that the blood can flow through them easily. Click image to enlarge Gradually, the inner surface of your arteries can be made rough by fatty deposits or plaques and blood flow through them can become reduced. As blood passes more slowly through these rough, narrowed arteries, blood clots are more likely to form. In some cases, blood clots become so large that they block an artery completely. Click image to enlarge Narrowing, loss of elasticity or blockage of an artery can have serious effects on the part of the body that depends on that artery for a steady supply of blood. For example:

67. The Lipid Foundation Of South Africa : Www.lipidfoundation.co.za Details about this nonprofit organization which is dedicated to patient care, teaching and research in the field of metabolic disorders, especially those causing atherosclerosis. http://www.lipidfoundation.co.za

The Lipid Foundation of South Africa The Lipid Foundation of South Africa is a non-profit organisation dedicated to patient care, teaching and research in the field of metabolic disorders, especially those causing atherosclerosis. Registration No: IT 4209/98 Founder Trustees : K J Coetzee, A C Coetzee, A Coetzee, J C Firth, J Fourie, J T Fourie, C W Friester, R J Jooste, W K vd Merwe Foundation Management : Dr R M Pelteret, Dr J T Botha, Prof D A Marais (Honorary) Letters of Authority Objectives of the Lipid Foundation The Curriculum Vitae of Management Research Expertise Offered on a Contractual Basis Post-Graduate Education Out-Patient Clinical Services Contacting Us Write to Us Alliances

68. Atherosclerosis Heart disease is also referred to as coronary artery disease, atherosclerosis, atherosclerotic heart disease or hardening of the arteries. http://www.health-alliance.com/learnabout/learn_atherosclerosis.htm

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69. Thrombosis Research Institute. A multidisciplinary organization concerned with the interrelated problems of thrombosis and atherosclerosis. Provides articles for professionals and consumers. http://www.tri-london.ac.uk/

Thrombosis Research Institute Emmanual Kaye Building, Manresa Road,London SW3 6LR U.K. Tel: (44)20-7351-8330, Fax:(44)20-7351-8324 The TRI is a multidisciplinary organisation concerned with the interrelated problems of thrombosis and atherosclerosis. Our activities encompass drug discovery, basic scientific and clinical research with the aims of understanding the disease process, developing novel and affordable therapies whilst identifying those most at risk at an early age so as to intervene to prevent long-term disablement and early death. In this site you can find information covering all these aspects of our research in considerable detail as well as reviews on both the latest clinical treatments for thrombosis and the biochemistry of the coagulation cascade. You will also find a number of easy to understand articles for the interested lay person.You can navigate the site by means of the bar at the right of this page.

70. InteliHealth: Reviewed by the Faculty of Harvard Medical School atherosclerosis http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/8059/28040/221482.html?d=dmtHealth

71. Learn About Bypass Surgery - Information On Coronary Heart Disease And Bypass Su Information on coronary artery disease, or atherosclerosis, including information on risks, symptoms such as angina, and bypass surgery procedures. http://www.learnaboutbypass.com

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72. InteliHealth: Atherosclerosis crossreferenced in an AZ format. atherosclerosis. Health A to Z, Reviewed by the Faculty of Harvard Medical School atherosclerosis http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/18662.html

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73. Atherosclerosis Suggestion Print the Outline Section Below and Bring to Class. atherosclerosis. Outline. A Distinguish from Arteriosclerosis 1. atherosclerosis http://www.pathoplus.com/atherosc.htm

THE PathoPlusPage CourseBusiness ClassicLectures PathoNews PathoFeatures ... Home Suggestion: Print the Outline Section Below and Bring to Class Atherosclerosis Outline A Distinguish from Arteriosclerosis 1. atherosclerosis is the presence of focal thickenings (plaques) of the innermost layer (intima) of elastic and muscular arteries. 2.arteriosclerosis is a more generalized term for "hardening of the arteries" and actually describes three diseases: a. atherosclerosis b. medial calcific sclerosis (accumulation of calcium in media of artery) c. arteriolar sclerosis- loss of elasticity in media of artery, thickening of walls and narrowing of lumen of small arteries often associated with hypertension B Epidemiology 1. most frequent cause of death in US and Europe 2. incidence increases with age 3. major risk factors a. hypertension b. hyperlipidemia c. smoking C. Role of LDL (low density lipoprotein)

74. Arteriosclerosis Obliterans Of Limbs And Traditional Chinese Medicine In China Describes in detail how TCM practitioners in China solve this with traditional Chinese strategies and herbs. http://www.tcmtreatment.com/images/diseases/arteriosclerosis.htm

TCM Hospital: Arteriosclerosis Obliterans of Limbs And Traditional Chinese Medicine In China Arteriosclerosis obliterans of limbs is a chronic obstructive disease caused by atheroscleorsis of limbs. The disease mostly happens to male patients in their 50-70s. It often involves the large or medium arteries of the lower limbs, such as iliac, femoral and posterior tibial arteries, etc. Those who suffer form diabetes are prone to be affected by this kind of disease, in which case the patient's condition may be serious and often complicated with ulcer and gangrene. This disease also falls into the category of "tuo ju" (gangrene of finger or toe) in TCM. Main Points of Diagnosis 1. The patients with this kind of disease are mostly over 45 years old and often suffer form hypertension. 2. The affected limb has coldness, numbness, formication twinge and intermittent claudication.

75. Atherosclerosis Causes, how it starts, symptoms, risk factors, prevention and treatments. http://medweb.bham.ac.uk/http/depts/path/Teaching/foundat/athero/athero.htm

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76. Atherosclerosis atherosclerosis is hardening of the arteries, a common disease of the major blood vessels characterized by fatty streaks along the vessel walls and by deposits http://www.vitacost.com/science/hn/Concern/Atherosclerosis.htm

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77. Atherosclerosis - General Practice Notebook Clinicallyoriented information. http://www.gpnotebook.co.uk/MedwebPage.cfm?ID=-657457151

78. NIH Press Release - Aggressive Cholesterol Lowering Reduces Atherosclerosis Prog A study by National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Aggressive shows that lowering of cholesterol in reduction of progression of atherosclerosis in their bypass grafts. http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/jan97/nhlbi-15.htm

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE Wednesday, Jan. 15, 1997 5:00 PM Eastern Time NHLBI Communications Office Aggressive Cholesterol Lowering Reduces Atherosclerosis Progression in Bypass Grafts Aggressive lowering of LDL-cholesterol (to under 100 mg/dL) in patients who have had coronary artery bypass surgery results in less progression of atherosclerosis in their bypass grafts than does more moderate lowering, according to the results of a large clinical trial funded by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). The study was reported in the January 16 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine Coronary artery bypass surgery using saphenous veins (as performed in this study) is a common procedure. Like coronary arteries, vein grafts are subject to the development of atherosclerosis, a process in which arteries become blocked with accumulations of fat and cholesterol. "This study provides a definitive answer to the question of whether coronary bypass grafts respond to cholesterol lowering similarly to coronary arteries. Furthermore, it is clear from this research that the degree of LDL cholesterol lowering is a critical factor in atherosclerosis progression," said NHLBI Director Dr. Claude Lenfant. The Post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (Post CABG) study found that bypass patients treated with higher doses of two cholesterol lowering drugs lovastatin and cholestyramine and who achieved greater reductions in their LDL cholesterol had a significantly lower average percentage of grafts per patient showing progression of atherosclerosis than patients treated with a more moderate regimen (28 percent versus 39 percent).

79. Atherosclerosis atherosclerosis literally means hardening of the arteries . atherosclerosis is a progressive disease and can develop in any artery in the body. http://www.mamashealth.com/atherosclerosis.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Heart Disease Pages Acyanotic Angina Atherosclerosis Arrhythmia ... Rheumatic Heart Disease Links Email Mama Atherosclerosis literally means "hardening of the arteries". It is a build up of cholesterol and other fat substances within the walls of the arteries. Atherosclerosis is a progressive disease and can develop in any artery in the body. It is a common disorder of the arteries. Atherosclerosis is the major form of heart disease in Western countries. Over one half of all deaths in the US are a direct or indirect result of atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is triggered by excess amounts of unstable particles known as oxygen-free radicals, which bind with and alter other molecules, a process called oxidation. The particles are usually released as part of normal bodily processes, but environmental toxins, such as viruses or smoking, can hinder the body from releasing them and produce excess amounts. In atherosclerosis, fatty deposits called plaque, build up on the inner wall of the coronary arteries. These fatty deposits usually develop over many years. Plaque is composed of a porridge-like accumulation of cholesterol and their compounds within a fibrous coat. Cholesterol buildup is very hazardous. After it builds up, the injury to the arteries signal the immune system to release white blood cells (particularly those called macrophages) at the site. This initiates a process called the inflammatory response. Macrophages literally "eat" the oxidized cholesterol leaving behind foamy cells that attach to the artery's smooth muscle cells. The foamy cells then buildup within the artery. After the immune system senses the foamy cells, it releases other factors called cytokines, which attract more white blood cells and perpetuate the whole cycle. This cycle usually repeats itself forming atherosclerotic lesions.

80. UMHS - Atherosclerosis Coronary Artery Disease atherosclerosis. What is atherosclerosis? atherosclerosis (ather-oh-skler-OH-sis) is a form of coronary artery disease. http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/heart/artery01.htm

Heart Information - Adult Health Topics A-Z Coronary Artery Disease Atherosclerosis What is atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis (ath-er-oh-skler-OH-sis) is a form of coronary artery disease. Fatty deposits, called plaques, build up in the lining of the arteries. The plaques are raised patches of cholesterol , lipids, and cellular debris that narrow and damage the walls of the arteries. When a coronary artery, which supplies blood to the heart, becomes narrowed or blocked, the heart is deprived of blood, and this can cause a heart attack Though the damaging effects of atherosclerosis may not be realized until later in life, the process actually begins in childhood. According to some medical researchers, certain individuals are more susceptible to atherosclerosis because of a genetic tendency. How can I prevent atherosclerosis? Prevention techniques include: exercising regularly eating a healthy diet that is low in fat, sodium and cholesterol

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