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- Relationship to Diabetes
- Type 1
Diabetics have an increased risk of developing coronary artery disease and plaque build-up in their arteries, even if they receive cholesterol-lowering therapies. New research published in the May 7th issue of the Cell Press journal Cell Metabolism reveals that high blood sugar levels also boost the production of inflammatory cells, which contribute to plaque build-up in blood vessels. The researchers identify the cause of this increased production in inflammatory cells and find that blocking this new pathway could help safeguard the heart health of diabetic patients.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/05/130507134549.htm
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/05/130507134549.htm