INTRODUCTION:
Atherosclerosis is a disease characterized by thickening or hardening of arteries due to accumulation of lipid particularly cholesterol free&esterified The incidence of atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease are higher in developed countries like in us & ukthan in the developing countries like india and africa . INTRODUCTION
Causes of Atherosclerosis:
The main causes of the Atherosclerosis Raised low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) Reduced high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) Other causes like Hyper tension Diabetes mellitus Cigar smoking Obesity Causes of Atherosclerosis
Drugs used for Atherosclerosis :
The main agents used clinically are Statins ; 3 hydro 3methylglutayl coenzyme a( hmg coA ) Fibrates ;;;(Gemfibrizol, fenofibrate ) Inhibitors of cholestrol absorbs( Ezetimibe , cholestamine ) Nicotinic acids and its derivatives Fish oil derivatives Drugs used for Atherosclerosis
Surgery :
In case of severe blockage of coronary arteries the person may suggest for surgery which includes introduction of “stents” Stents will enlarge blockage arteries& cause the smooth blood flow Surgery
Conclusion:
To prevent atheroscleroisi the person should follow the things like Improve the diet habits Intake of low cholesterol food Moderate alcohol consumption Regular physical exercise Give up smoking http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6A4eL3wdh7Q&feature=related Conclusion