Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis, sometimes called “hardening of the arteries,” occurs
when cholesterol, calcium, and other substances build up in the inner lining of
the arteries, forming a material called plaque. Over time, plaque buildup
narrows the artery and blocks blood flow through it.
Credits
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine | | Specialist Medical Reviewer | Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD - Cardiology | | Specialist Medical Reviewer | Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD - Diet and Nutrition | | Last Updated | May 29, 2008 |
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Last Updated: May 29, 2008 |
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Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD - Cardiology
Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD - Diet and Nutrition |
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