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Thick calcific plaque of atherosclerosis refers to the buildup of fatty deposits, cholesterol, and calcium within the arterial walls, leading to narrowed and hardened arteries. This condition can restrict blood flow and increase the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes. The calcification indicates a more advanced stage of atherosclerosis, often associated with chronic inflammation and injury to the blood vessel lining. Management typically involves lifestyle changes and medical interventions to reduce cardiovascular risks.
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What is calcific echogenic plaque?
Calcific echogenic plaque refers to a type of plaque found in arteries that appears bright or echogenic on ultrasound imaging due to the presence of calcium deposits. This calcification often indicates chronic atherosclerosis and can be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events. The echogenicity of the plaque can help clinicians assess the severity and stability of the atherosclerotic disease during imaging studies.
Can someone tell me what the medical term proximal calcific plaque in the heart means?
The information you have provided doesn't specify where or what the plaque is being described. Is it in a blood vessel? Heart wall? Great vessel wall? Pericardium? Basically it means there is a elevated fatty plaque that has been there for a while and has hardened, quite near to the heart. Any further description would be speculation.
How do you say arteiosclerosis?
Art-eeo-sk-ler-osis.
What is calcific densities?
Calcific densities refer to areas of tissue in the body, such as in the breast or thyroid, that have accumulated calcium deposits. These densities can be detected on imaging tests like mammograms or ultrasounds and may be benign or indicative of a more serious condition. Follow-up testing or evaluation by a healthcare provider is often recommended to determine the cause of calcifications.
What is focal calcifications?
focal calcification
What type of tendonitis leads to mineral deposits?
calcific tendinitis
What is calcific density of the distal abdomen?
a dark spot on the abdomen.
What is the meaning of Calcific scar in Upper Lung?
maybe TB...
What is atheroscleosis?
Atherosclerosis is disease of the arteries when you get thickening and hardening of the vessels causing obstruction to the flow of blood. If it is in the arteries of the brain you can get stroke, dementia and death
What is calcific density in the hip?
Calcific density in the hip refers to the presence of calcifications or increased mineralization in the hip joint tissues, often observed on imaging studies like X-rays. This condition can indicate various issues, including degenerative changes, osteoarthritis, or previous injuries. It may also be associated with certain conditions like calcific tendonitis in the hip area. The significance of calcific density is usually determined in the context of clinical symptoms and other diagnostic findings.
What is suspicious calcific means in medical term?
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What gum disease is caused by plaque?
plaque
