Atherosclerosis and Physical Activity
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- 1 July 2009
- journal article
- Published by Oman Medical Journal in Oman Medical Journal
- Vol. 24 (3) , 173-8
Abstract
Atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease have been considered as major health problem worldwide. Abnormalities in lipids and lipoprotein metabolism and impairment of endothelial function have been implicated as the main contributing factors in atherosclerosis and its progression. Physical activity has been recognized as a preventive measure for atherosclerosis.Keywords
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