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Atherosclerosis can lead to blood clots, heart attack and stroke.

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How does the progression of atherosclerosis leads to heart attack-?

The progression of atherosclerosis leads to heart attack when the artery wall thickens as a result of the accumulation of white blood cells.


Is atherosclerosis a cardiovascular disease?

atherosclerosis=cardiovascular disease, the same way as upper arm bone=humerus


Is Atherosclerosis an infectious disease?

No, atherosclerosis is not an infectious disease. Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory condition in which plaque (made of cholesterol, fats, calcium, and inflammatory cells) builds up inside the arteries. This buildup narrows and stiffens the arteries, increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and peripheral artery disease. Are you looking for a trusted platform to publish your Atherosclerosis Case Reports? Bristol Publishers invites cardiologists, vascular specialists, researchers, and medical professionals to submit their original and clinically significant case reports focused on atherosclerosis and related cardiovascular conditions.


What lifestyle changes can prevent the progression of atherosclerosis?

a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet, losing weight (if necessary), exercise, controlling blood pressure, and not smoking-also help prevent the disease.


What is a term meaning disease of arteries?

atherosclerosis


What disease causes a narrowing of the coronary ateries?

Atherosclerosis


What is the cardiovascular disease that has cholesterol buildup in the arteries?

Atherosclerosis.


What causes peripheral artery disease (PAD)?

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is caused by atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is the build-up of plaque in your artery walls, which slows down blood flow.


What cardiovascular disease is also called hardening of the arteries?

This is atherosclerosis.


O que esclurioce?

The is nothing found for the word esclurioce. There is esclerose which refers to atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis has to do with the blood vessels and is an inflammatory disease.


Why is it considered important to reduce stress when diagnosed with atherosclerosis?

Stress will lead to progression of atherosclerosis so therapeutic relaxation techniques including yoga, meditation, guided imagery, biofeedback , and counseling are considered helpful.


Can you get heart disease from alcohol?

Heart disease, atherosclerosis, elevated cholesterol, and several other cardiovascular problems.