Atherosclerosis

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Contents 1 See for 2 Broader Terms 3 Narrower Terms 4 Related Terms 5 Scope Note 6 Facts

See for

CHD (coronary heart disease), coronary heart disease

Broader Terms

arteriosclerosis

Narrower Terms

atherosclerotic plaque

Related Terms

coronary disorder

Scope Note

age, lifestyle, diet, and gene related degeneration of arteries due to deposition of lipoid plaques (atheromas) on inner arterial walls; main cause of coronary artery disease, a leading cause of death.

Facts

• A disease of the arteries in the heart.
• Atherosclerosis is the hardening, narrowing and clogging of the arteries.
• Atherosclerosis is a progressive disease and the main cause of cardiovascular disease - the number one killer worldwide.
• Atherosclerosis is a progressive disease and can develop in any artery in the body.
• Atherosclerosis can lead to stroke, heart attack, eye problems and kidney problems.

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