Condition Article

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is hardening and narrowing of the arteries caused by the buildup of a fatty substance called plaque. Learn about the risks and prevention.

Disease ConditionCardiovascularHematologicSensory

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Definition

Atherosclerosis is hardening and narrowing of the arteries caused by the buildup of a fatty substance called plaque. Learn about the risks and prevention.

Concept record

Canonical title: Atherosclerosis
Alphabetical key: A
Category: Disease Condition
Content type: Condition Article
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations: Arteriosclerosis
Article status: Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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