Atherosclerosis is the most common disease of the arteries and a primary cause of cardiovascular disease such as stroke and acute myocardial infarction. It causes a progressive narrowing of the arteries reducing the blood supply to the affected organ.
Cardiovascular events are the leading cause of death and disability in developed countries, so healthy life habits and control of risk factors are essential for prevention.
In Barcelona Vascular Center we can diagnose early signs of disease, by physical examination and the use of arterial Doppler ultrasound.
If you are at risk because you smoke, have high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus or obesity, do consult with us. We believe good prevention is better than any cure.