arteries
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The CT scan looks for calcium-containing plaque inside the coronary arteries.
From Science Daily β Sep. 12, 2026
Gyirong had also become one of the main arteries linking Nepal and China.
From BBC β Sep. 1, 2026
Over time, regular resistance training can help lower blood pressure and keep arteries flexible rather than stiff, which protects against cardiovascular disease.
From Science Daily β Aug. 10, 2026
The community relies heavily on funding from surrounding Lee County to staff law enforcement, repave roads and widen arteries connecting Lehigh Acres to the region, said Cecil Pendergrass, chairman of the board of county commissioners.
From The Wall Street Journal β Jul. 23, 2026
In space, with no gravity, there is no “up” or “down” for the heart, and when it pumps, it has an easier job, having only to overcome the resistance of the veins and arteries.
From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins
