Coronary Artery Disease

Coronary artery disease occurs when fatty deposits, or plaque, builds up within the inner walls of these arteries, leading to partial or complete blockages. Coronary artery disease progresses slowly and can often go undiagnosed for a long period of time. The consequences can be life-threatening. MCI expert cardiologists are specially-trained to open these blockages with traditional stents.

Risk Factors

There are risk factors which can make certain individuals more susceptible than others. While some of these will be beyond a patient’s control, there are several which can be influenced to greatly reduce overall risk.

Smoking
Age (over 65)
Family history
High cholesterol
Diabetes
Obesity
High blood pressure
Lack of physical activity

Our Expertise

Carotid Artery Disease
Carotid artery disease refers to blockages in the carotid arteries in the neck due to plaque buildup, which can eventually lead to stroke.
Congestive Heart Failure
Heart failure occurs when the heart doesn’t pump as effectively as it should, struggling to supply the body with the blood flow and oxygen it needs to survive and thrive. This often occurs as the result of conditions such as uncontrolled high blood pressure or plaque build-up that leads to narrowed arteries.
Lipid Disorders
Lipids, such as triglycerides and cholesterol, are important fats found in the bloodstream. When levels are higher or lower than they should be, it is known as a lipid disorder.
Structural Heart Disease
The Structural Heart Program at MCI provides minimally-invasive procedures to treat life-threatening valve disorders and structural heart defects.

Coronary Artery Disease

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