High doses of statins reduce plaque, reverse expected progression of coronary artery disease

American Heart Association Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Report - Abstract: 18600 - EMBARGOED UNTIL 8AM ET November 15, 2011 Study Highlights:High doses of either rosuvastatin or atorvastatin reduced the amount of plaque in clogged arteries to the heart.High doses of these statins were safe and reversed the progression of coronary artery disease.ORLANDO, FLA., Nov. 15, 2011