Atherosclerosis is a disease in which plaque builds up inside arteries, narrowing and stiffening them. It develops over years through lipid deposition and inflammatory processes, potentially leading to cardiovascular events. The term combines Greek roots for fatty, porus, and hardening, reflecting its pathology.
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