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Blood pressure is linked to memory problems
The investigation showed that the high diastolic pressure leads to a weakening of the small arteries in the brain, which can lead to the development of small areas of brain damage High blood pressure is linked to memory problems in people over age 45, according to an article published Tuesday, the journal Neurology, the American [...]
Surgery or Angioplasty for Narrowed Arteries
The latest results from the longer study has been done to date confirms that surgery rather than angioplasty to open arteries to prevent stroke (CVA) caused by blockage of the carotid arteries, blood vessels larger that carry blood to the brain. “Unlike the endovascular treatment (angioplasty), patients who underwent surgery had almost half the rate [...]