Atherosclerosis

forms of health problems. These health issues explain why many are facing heart disease today. There are three types of heart disease that a person can contract because of smoking and they are cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, and atherosclerosis. These three main types of heart diseases

The cardiovascular system is composed of thousands of tubes, known as blood vessels that blood travels in. Blood is constantly being pumped to and from the heart through arteries and veins, respectively. Oxygen, nutrients, water, wastes are just some of the substances moving throughout the body via the blood vessels. Because this system is very complex, many issues can occur which inhibit the cardiovascular system from doing its job. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a category of diseases that

other substances along the inner linings of arteries. This hardened plaque can eventually restrict the blood flow to various parts of the body including the heart and brain. But lupus increases the chances of heart attacks associated with atherosclerosis 7 to 9 times. Pericarditis occurs in 25% of people with SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) It is the swelling and irritation of the pericardium which surrounds the heart. When this thin membrane becomes irritated, it leaks fluid around the

2014) and with Atherosclerosis being one of the top diseases among African Americans and obese children. Atherosclerosis is described as the disease of clogged arteries from buildup of plaque, causing arteries to become narrow, thick, and stiff which makes blood flow very difficult to pass. As many factors do contribute to the growth of this disease, this literature review will discuss the factors of the African American race as well as children being affected by Atherosclerosis. The substances

Atherosclerosis can be a serious condition; it is when the arteries become clogged by fatty substances such as plaques or atheroma. This causes arteries to become narrow and harden which can restrict blood flow preventing organs from functioning properly (Williams 2000). (Getty Images 2015) There are multiple things that can cause atherosclerosis; being a smoker can cause damage to the walls of the arteries, platelets then clump together to try to repair it this will cause the arteries to become

reaching that area. In chronic arterial insufficiency, the arteries are affected as they can become occluded or narrowed. By having the arteries occluded or narrowed, it will cause a decrease of blood flow. The decrease of blood flow is caused by atherosclerosis,

Atherosclerosis is a disease where fatty deposits obstruct the inside of arteries. Arteries are blood vessels that transport blood rich in oxygen to the heart and other parts of the human body. The execs of plaque harden and narrow the arteries. This limits the flow of blood rich in oxygen to the organs and other parts of the human body. Atherosclerosis can lead to more serious problems, such as a heart attack, stroke, or even death. Medical procedures and surgery are recommended in severe cases

acquired and congenital cardiovascular diseases: carotid atherosclerosis and univentricular heart repaired by Fontan operation. Carotid artery atherosclerosis The first part of the thesis is devoted to carotid atherosclerosis. Carotid arteries are the main blood suppliers of the brain. They are found on each side of the neck and they bifurcate to two arteries: internal carotid artery and external carotid artery (figure 1). Atherosclerosis is an inflammatory disease affecting large and medium-sized

Vascular Lymphatic System/Atherosclerosis Jazmin Fontan Bryant & Stratton College AHLT120: Anatomy and Physiology-1 Dr. Pamela K. Hannaman, MS, ND, CPC, CMRS, CCMA November 18, 2015 Narrowing and hardening of the artery walls causing buildup of fatty tissues (plaque), cholesterol and other substances, which may restrict blood flow is referred to as atherosclerosis. Having restriction of blood flow develops damage to a patients’ organs and also increases the risk of heart attacks, blood

Atherosclerosis is a disease in which fatty materials and plaque buildup on the inner lining of arteries. Arteries are blood vessels which carry rich blood to the heart and throughout the body. They’re lined by the endothelium, a thin layer of cells. The endothelium keeps blood flowing by keeping the inside of arteries smooth. However, when Atherosclerosis starts due to high blood pressure, smoking, or high cholesterol, it damages the endothelium. Atherosclerosis tends to happen throughout the body