Critical Care

CT Imaging of Egyptian Mummies Reveal Heart Disease as Ancient Disorder
A new imaging study revealed that atherosclerosis, hardening of the arteries, was common in ancient Egyptians, contradicting a hypothesis that vascular disease is a modern affliction caused by modern-day risk factors such as sedentary lifestyles and stress. More...15 Dec 2009

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