<2>Study Finds A Dangerous Gap in How We Measure Women’s Heart Health
<3>The Plaque Threshold: A Hidden Risk Factor for Women’s Heart Health
Women’s heart health has long been a topic of concern, with studies consistently showing that women are more likely to die from heart disease than men. However, a recent study has shed light on a previously overlooked risk factor that may be putting women’s hearts at risk: the plaque threshold.
Heart disease in women is a complex condition that involves the buildup of plaque in the arteries, leading to atherosclerosis. While men and women both experience plaque buildup, research suggests that women are more likely to develop a unique type of plaque that is more aggressive and harder to detect.
<3>The Problem with Traditional Plaque Measurement
Traditionally, doctors have used a combination of imaging tests, such as ultrasound and angiography, to measure the amount of plaque in a patient’s arteries. However, these tests often rely on a single measurement, such as the percentage of plaque in the artery, to determine the level of risk.