Sentences with phrase «carotid atherosclerosis»
"Carotid atherosclerosis" refers to the buildup of fatty deposits (plaque) in the arteries that supply blood to the brain. This condition can potentially lead to a decrease in blood flow and increase the risk of stroke or other related health issues. Full definition
There is evidence that standing all day can cause problems, but most of the studies, including the one that says the risk of carotid atherosclerosis increases by nine times, were looking at employees of companies trapped at the same task, like a machine or a checkout at the supermarket, all day long.
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Della - Morte D, Ricordi C, Guadagni F, Rundek T. Measurement of subclinical carotid atherosclerosis may help in predicting risk for stroke in patients with diabetes.
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Association of body flexibility and carotid atherosclerosis in Japanese middle - aged men: a cross-sectional study
Whether alpha - tocopherol (vitamin E) supplementation affects the progression of carotid atherosclerosis (narrowing or hardening of the carotid artery) in patients with coronary artery disease
However, subgroup analysis revealed that as opposed to male groups, carotid atherosclerosis was more prevalent in newly diagnosed diabetic women than in nondiabetic female controls.
Perceived daily psychological demands in healthy adults not taking blood pressure medication are associated with progression of carotid atherosclerosis