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A tiny mesh tube could change your life.

Over time, your heart's arteries can become clogged with a substance called plaque—a condition called coronary artery disease (CAD). Buildup of plaque restricts the blood's ability to flow and to deliver oxygen and nutrients to your heart. If enough plaque builds up and blocks an artery, it could cause a heart attack.

Fortunately, tiny mesh tubes called stents can help reopen clogged arteries and restore blood flow. For more than a decade, stents have been used to help millions of people's hearts function better so they can live fuller, more active lives.

Learn about coronary artery disease prevention, diagnosis, and management, and the latest treatment options, such as the Endeavor zotarolimus-eluting stent from Medtronic.