What is the role of inflammation in cardiovascular disease?
Inflammation has been linked to an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Studies have found that markers of inflammation, such as high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2, and others, are associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease and ischemic stroke. Aspirin therapy has been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in individuals with elevated levels of inflammation. Therefore, inflammation is thought to play an important role in the development of cardiovascular disease.