Diagnosis and Treatment of Atherosclerosis: A Review Article

Abstract

Atherosclerosis is a pathological process occurring in the major arteries that leads to many cardiac disorders. The development of atherosclerotic lesions can be regarded as a modified form of chronic inflammation which is multi factorial. This review briefly discusses the factors that influence the growth and development of atherosclerotic lesions. It also focuses on the recent advances in diagnoses. Finally the review summarizes the major and recent therapeutic strategies that are used for the treatment of atherosclerosis.