Atherosclerosis

From IKE

Atherosclerosis (Athero means porridge) is a form of arteriosclerosis characterized by patchy subintimal thickening (atheromas) of medium and large arteries, which can reduce or obstruct blood flow.

Resources

• Wikipedia:Atherosclerosis
• Merck Manual: Atherosclerosis
• Medline Plus: Atherosclerosis