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What Causes Plaque In Aorta With COPD?

My sister has had heart problems since she was 44. Has had by-pass and laser surgery over the years. She is now 70 and has plaque in her aorta. Her heart is only working at 34% capacity. Her doctor told her that there is not anything more than can do. She also has COPD and is on oxygen. I m getting this second hand as my sister won t talk about her health with me. I m thinking it means her time now is very limited. I live in Ohio and she is in Dallas so am thinking I should visit her soon. Your opinion.
Thu, 30 Nov 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Since she is on oxygen, she is mostly having end stage COPD.
COPD can cause cardiac complications.
COPD alters lipid metabolism and cause excessive accumulation of lipids in blood vessels.
So plaques in aorta is common in end stage COPD.
Lipid lowering drugs like atorvastatin or rosuvastatin should be started in her case.
And yes, you should definitely meet her soon because end is near.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your sister. Thanks.
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What Causes Plaque In Aorta With COPD?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Since she is on oxygen, she is mostly having end stage COPD. COPD can cause cardiac complications. COPD alters lipid metabolism and cause excessive accumulation of lipids in blood vessels. So plaques in aorta is common in end stage COPD. Lipid lowering drugs like atorvastatin or rosuvastatin should be started in her case. And yes, you should definitely meet her soon because end is near. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your sister. Thanks.