Question

what is atherosclerosis?

Answer 1

the hardening of blooms vessels ( arteries ) is known as atherosclerosis
this is mainly caused due to plaque

Answer 2

Answer :-

"Atherosclerosis" is a disorder in which the arteries become narrow due to the deposition of lipids in their walls.

Extra Information :-

• Artherosclerosis may be caused due to high LDL levels, Cytomegalovirus, Prolonged high blood pressure, Carbon monoxide, Smoking, High blood-glucose levels, etc.

• Artherosclerosis can affect almost any artery but, the disease most often develops in the aorta, the coronary arteries and the cerebral arteries.

• When atherosclerosis occurs in the cerebral arteries, less blood is delivered to the brain.

• Artherosclerosis when caused in the cerebral arteries, can lead to "Cerebrovascular accidents" (CVAs).

• Cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs) are commonly referred to as "Strokes".