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      • Atherosclerosis is the buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances in and on the artery walls. This buildup is called plaque. The plaque can cause arteries to narrow, blocking blood flow. The plaque also can burst, leading to a blood clot.
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  1. Atherosclerosis is the buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances in and on the artery walls. This buildup is called plaque. The plaque can cause arteries to narrow, blocking blood flow. The plaque also can burst, leading to a blood clot.

  2. Apr 4, 2023 · Arteriosclerosis is the gradual hardening of your arteries. It can disrupt normal blood flow and lead to complications like heart attack and thrombosis.

  3. Feb 15, 2024 · Atherosclerosis interferes with the normal workings of your cardiovascular system. It can limit or block blood flow to various parts of your body, including your heart and brain. Possible complications of reduced blood flow include: Carotid artery disease. Coronary artery disease. Heart attack. Arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythms). Heart failure.

  4. Atherosclerosis occurs when your arteries become clogged with fatty deposits (plaque), causing them to lose their elasticity and become narrower. Plaque is a sticky mixture of fatty streaks that build up, making the walls of the arteries thick and hard. Over time, the artery narrows or gets blocked. This stops blood from flowing through the artery.

  5. Feb 16, 2024 · Plaque (fatty deposits) build up in your arteries is called atherosclerosis. As plaque builds up, the wall of the blood vessel thickens. This narrows the channel within the artery, reducing blood flow.

  6. Nov 7, 2023 · Atherosclerosis can put blood flow at risk as your arteries become blocked, and it can cause clots to form. It’s the usual cause of heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease (PAD)...

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  8. Nov 22, 2023 · Atherosclerosis happens when arteries become narrow and hard due to a buildup of plaque around the artery wall. Atherosclerosis can lead to a heart attack, stroke, and other complications....

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