Vasant B. Patel, MD

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C-reactive protein: A 'golden marker' for inflammation and coronary artery disease

Author:: Vasant B. Patel, MD

Publish date: June 1, 2001

Elevated levels of CRP are associated with increased cardiovascular risk.

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The pathogenesis and spectrum of acute coronary syndromes: From plaque formation to thrombosis

Author:: Vasant B. Patel, MD

Publish date: October 1, 1999

Acute coronary syndromes occur when vulnerable plaque ruptures, leading to acute thrombosis. With an illustration explaining this chain of events.<...

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Invasive vs conservative management of non-Q-wave myocardial infarction

Author:: Vasant B. Patel, MD

Publish date: February 1, 1999

Angiography still has a role in non-Q-wave MI, study results notwithstanding.