Behind enemy lines: Research finds a new ally in the fight against cardiovascular disease hidden within the vessel wall itself

Researchers have discovered a new role for macrophages in the fight against cardiovascular disease. Macrophages have mostly been thought to drive inflammation and promote plaque build-up, but a new study shows that a subset of macrophages is actually fighting against plaque build-up within the artery.

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