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Understanding Atherosclerosis: Causes & Management by manjimasanthosh22 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Atherosclerosis is a systemic disease characterized by the formation of atheroma or fatty plaques in arteries, primarily affecting the coronary arteries, brain, aorta, and extremities. It results from chronic inflammation due to endothelial injury and is influenced by various risk factors such as age, hyperlipidemia, and smoking. Management includes lifestyle changes and medications, and it is a preventable and treatable condition.
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