New clinical trial shows anti-inflammatory medication reduces heart plaque

(BPT) - Is heart disease on your radar? While the subject can be scary, the good news is that medical advancements have found new and efficient ways to manage the risk factors that can lead to cardiovascular diseases.

Take coronary atherosclerosis, for example. This condition occurs when fats, cholesterol and other substances build up in blood vessels, creating plaque on artery walls. Over time, the plaque narrows the arteries, blocking blood flow, which can lead to more serious conditions like heart attack or stroke.

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