Nonobstructive coronary artery disease (CAD) occurs when the coronary arteries have a plaque buildup but remain unblocked. Experts usually view it as less severe than obstructive CAD. However, ...
Multivessel coronary artery disease is any form of coronary artery disease (CAD) that affects several major arteries. CAD is the most common type of heart disease in the United States, and in ...
Smoking can damage the heart even in small amounts, and experts warn that the risks are higher for women. Studies show women ...
Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. Women’s bodies are different from men’s in ways ...
Smaller amounts of plaque buildup can trigger cardiovascular problems for women. Researchers say new guidelines are needed.
NORTH PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Heart disease is the number one killer in America. But it can be a silent killer. However, there is a non-invasive test that can look into your arteries to see if heart ...
Patients with complex coronary artery disease who underwent a stenting procedure guided by intravascular imaging were nearly 40% less likely to die of heart disease, have a heart attack caused by a ...
If you smoke and you have coronary artery disease (CAD), quitting cigarettes will cut your risk of death by about 30%. It’s the most important thing you can do for your health. Research points to ...
A Frankfort mother is sharing her story after being diagnosed with a rare genetic heart condition that nearly cost her her life and that her own cardiologist had never seen before.
February is American Heart Month, a time when people can focus on their heart health. Heart health experts from the Intermountain Health Heart and Vascular Program are working to educate Utahns about ...