Alternative names
Atherosclerosis; Hardening of the arteries; Plaque buildup - arteries

Definition

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which fatty material is deposited along the walls of arteries. This fatty material thickens, hardens, and may eventually block the arteries.

see Atherosclerosis

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