Arteriosclerosis Thrombosis and Vascular Biology (journal) Archive — Page 1 of 1

Illustration of red blood cells flowing through a narrowed blood vessel partially blocked by a yellow fatty plaque.

December 17, 2014

Target for atherosclerosis therapies

A newly identified “atheroprotective” gene is a tool for exploring plaque pathophysiology and may be a good target for therapies to slow atherosclerosis progression.

By Leigh MacMillan

Red heart made from numerous cracked, fragmented pieces on a white background.

February 14, 2013

Cell connections key in valve disease

A protein that connects cells together participates in the calcification that occurs in heart valve disease.

By Leigh MacMillan