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Stronger cholesterol treatment shrinks more plaque in heart arteries, new clinical trial finds
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Atherosclerosis is a condition in which cholesterol and fat gradually accumulate inside the walls of medium and large arteries, forming a sticky deposit called plaque. As these deposits grow, they narrow the arteries, restricting the flow of oxygen-rich blood to vital tissues and organs. Over time, this buildup can lead to ischemic heart disease (IHD) or stroke. In a recent randomized clinical trial called FLOWPROMOTE, researchers present a strategy to reverse atherosclerosis partially.
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