arteries
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According to the report, Brendon also had a “markedly enlarged heart,” “moderate” blockage in some of his left arteries and small bowel inflammation.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
High levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream can lead to hypercholesterolemia, a condition that damages arteries and raises the risk of heart disease.
From Science Daily • May 1, 2026
I knew her, anyone who has driven through the two main arteries of Los Angeles knows her.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Emergency surgery removed a blood clot that was blocking 90% of one of her arteries, and she was told by doctors she was lucky to be alive.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
There are exact miles of arteries; there is the exact force of its beat.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
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