Atherosclerosis in abdominal aorta may predict adverse cardiovascular events, UTSW scientists report Peer-Reviewed Publication. UT Southwestern Medical Center ...

In a study of more than 2,000 adults, MRI measurements of abdominal aortic atherosclerosis were predictive of future adverse CV events. “This is an important study because it demonstrates that ...

MRI of Abdominal Aorta to Detect Atherosclerosis can Help Predict Heart Attack Risk. by Kathy Jones on Jun 20 2013 9:20 PM.

Lipid-lowering treatment with atorvastatin may have different effects on different segments of the aorta, with a greater effect on atherosclerotic plaque in the thoracic aorta than in the ...

Most abdominal aortic aneurysms are due to atherosclerosis, which is when fatty deposits build up along the insides of artery walls, restricting blood flow through the artery. Other causes include ...

An abdominal aortic aneurysm refers to enlargement of the aorta, which is the large artery coming from the heart that supplies blood to other parts of the body. An aneurysm refers to a ballooning ...

Abdominal aortic aneurysms can happen anywhere below the diaphragm. The intrarenal area of the abdomen, just below the kidneys, is one of the most common places to develop an abdominal aneurysm.

An abdominal aortic aneurysm that bursts can cause potentially fatal internal bleeding. ... and those who smoke or have health conditions such as atherosclerosis and high blood pressure.

Increased eosinophil levels in COPD were associated with impaired abdominal aortic dynamics, highlighting a mechanistic link between eosinophilic inflammation and vascular dysfunction.

"Abdominal Aortic Atherosclerosis at MR Imaging Is Associated with Cardiovascular Events: The Dallas Heart Study." Collaborating with Dr. Maroules were Eric Rosero, M.D., ...