atherosclerosis
noun
a common form of arteriosclerosis in which fatty substances form a deposit of plaque on the inner lining of arterial walls.
atherosclerotic
-
a word derived from
atherosclerosis.
Example Sentences
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The study reviewed data from more than 246,822 adults in the United States diagnosed with atherosclerotic heart disease, which is caused by plaque buildup in the arteries.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 20, 2026
The same is true if they have a family history of atherosclerotic disease at an early age or a high risk of developing it over the next three decades as measured by the Prevent calculator.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 13, 2026
According to the American Heart Assn., atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is caused by plaque buildup on arterial walls.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 27, 2026
Jim Williams shared that Adam Williams’ official cause of death was atherosclerotic and hypertensive cardiovascular disease, with obesity as a contributory factor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 27, 2026
In a late-stage study, Merck’s PCSK9 pill reduced bad, or LDL, cholesterol up to 60% over six months in adults with or at risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, researchers reported.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 8, 2025
