Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease—and one of the leading causes of heart attacks and sudden cardiac events. At Heart & Vascular Clinic, our board-certified cardiologists use the latest diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans to help patients detect, manage, and reduce the risks of coronary artery disease before it becomes life-threatening.
Coronary artery disease occurs when the coronary arteries—the blood vessels that supply oxygen-rich blood to your heart—become narrowed or blocked due to a buildup of plaque. Plaque is made up of cholesterol, calcium, and other substances in the blood that accumulate over time.
As plaque builds up:
You may be at higher risk if you:
High levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) and VLDL are especially dangerous, as they are key components of arterial plaque.
Diagnosis begins with a full medical history, physical exam, and blood tests to check cholesterol and other markers.
Advanced diagnostic testing may include:
Most patients benefit from a combination of lifestyle changes, medications, and, in some cases, minimally invasive or surgical procedures.
Lifestyle Changes
Medications May Include:
Procedures & Surgery:
Angioplasty and stent placement: A minimally invasive procedure to open blocked arteries and place a mesh tube to keep them open
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG): Open-heart surgery to reroute blood around severely blocked arteries
If you have risk factors or symptoms of coronary artery disease, early detection can save your life. At Heart & Vascular Clinic, we provide comprehensive, compassionate care to help you take control of your cardiovascular health.
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