A member asked:

What would cause the plaque in heart arteries to suddenly rupture then form a clot then cause a heart attack? what are the reasons behind rupturing? thank you.

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Nidal Hasan answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

It is fluffy : The plaque is fluffy and unstable and it can be sheared by the blood flow . Statins will help stabilize it .

Answered 2/28/2016

1.6k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Does swallowing dental plaque causes clotting and heart disease?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

Can heart arteries harden from causes other than plaque build up?

A doctor has provided 1 answer