Journal of the American Heart Association
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Small dense lowdensity lipoprotein cholesterol (sdLDLC) is considered as the most atherogenic lipoprotein.
Journal of the American Heart Association
MARCH 6, 2024
We used carotid ultrasounds to detect plaque at baseline and follow‐up in 2006 to 2009 (median follow‐up=5.5 had low‐density lipoprotein cholesterol ≥160 mg/dL, which is higher than the recommended threshold for lifestyle or medical interventions in young adults of 20 to 39 years old. Lipids were measured after a 12‐hour fast.
All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders
APRIL 30, 2024
Plaque regression can be demonstrated by ultrasound evaluation of the carotids which are easily accessible. High density lipoprotein cholesterol in the blood increases with regular exercise. HDL is involved in reverse cholesterol transport from the blood vessels to the liver.
Circulation
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
The primary outcome was the prevalence of carotid artery plaques assessed by ultrasound. Genetic interactions with n-3 PUFA supplementation were also analyzed.Results:There were 383 participants (92.3%) completed the 14-month intervention and 358 patients (86.3%) completed carotid ultrasound exams.
Dr. Paddy Barrett
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The fundamental characteristic of atherosclerosis is when a cholesterol particle becomes trapped in the artery wall. Each of these particles contains varying amounts of LDL cholesterol (CE) and triglycerides INSIDE the particle. CE = Cholesterol Ester. Share But what about LDL cholesterol? TG = Triglycerides.
All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders
APRIL 22, 2024
Cholesterol levels go up when thyroid function comes down. Ultrasound image of the heart – echocardiogram, showing fluid collection around the heart, marked as PE, short for pericardial effusion. Hence the blood stagnates in some parts of the upper chambers (left atrium) and clots may form.
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Carotid ultrasound results were divided into two groups based on the presence or absence of plaque. This association remains independent even after adjustment for factors such as statin use or low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels. Lp(a) levels were categorized into two groups: below 50 mg/dl and 50 mg/dl or higher.
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