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Diagnostic And Laboratory Test For Atherosclerosis
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Physical Examination. A detailed physical examination of the whole body is very important to identify or rule out the spread of cancer to other areas, and to determine the patient's general condition. For example, questions about dizziness or headaches can help the doctor determine if the cancer has spread to the brain. Bone or joint pain might suggest that the cancer has spread to the bone. The doctor will also look for head and neck symptoms that might indicate other tumors....
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Atherosclerosis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
This is a disease of the arterial wall in which the layer thickens, causing narrowing of the channel and thus, impairing blood flow.It can occur in... Read more »
Atherosclerosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Atherosclerosis; Arteriosclerosis; Plaque buildup - arteriesSymptomsHardening of the arteries does not cause symptoms until blood flow to part of the... Read more »
Interpreting Laboratory Test Results
Source: National Cancer Institute
Interpreting Laboratory Test Results A laboratory test is a medical procedure in which a sample of blood, urine, or other tissues or substances in... Read more »
Stroke secondary to atherosclerosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Clinical trial: Avandia's effect on atherosclerosis
This is a study to test the safety and effectiveness of Avandia versus a sulfonylurea in reducing or slowing the development of atherosclerosis in... Read more »
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