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Atherosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis
Causes
Plaque formation
Plaque rupture
Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis
Smoking and atherosclerosis
Cholesterol levels
High blood pressure
Diabetes mellitus
Obesity
Physical inactivity
Diet
Alcohol intake
Symptoms
Symptoms of gradual narrowing
Symptoms of sudden artery blockage
Diagnosis
People with symptoms
People without symptoms (screening)
Prevention and Treatment
Treatment of atherosclerosis complications