Atherosclerosis
Also called: atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
The build-up of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging often required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
A build up of cholesterol plaque in the walls of arteries causing obstruction of blood flow. Plaques may rupture causing acute occlusion of the artery by clot.
Very common: More than 3 million US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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