atheroma

Meanings

• noun

  Atheroma is a plaque or deposit of fats, cholesterol, and other substances that accumulates in and on the arterial walls.

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Synonyms

atherosis , plaque

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Variants

List of all variants of atheroma that leads to same result
atheroma , atheromas , atheromata , atheromatous

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Etymology

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From Greek 'atheros' meaning 'gruel, porridge' and 'oma' meaning 'tumor' or 'swelling'.

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Trivia

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1. Atheroma is also known as 'fatty streaks' in the early stages of development.

2. Atheroma can be detected through various imaging techniques, such as X-rays, ultrasound, and computed tomography (CT) scans.

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Related Concepts

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1. Atherosclerosis: Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by the buildup of atheroma in and on the arterial walls.

2. Plaque: Plaque is a deposit or accumulation of substances, such as fats, cholesterol, and calcium, in the arterial walls. Atheroma is a specific type of plaque.

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In medicine, atheroma is closely associated with the development of cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary artery disease and stroke.

How to Memorize "atheroma"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a plaque or deposit forming on the walls of an artery. Visualize the components of the plaque, such as fats, cholesterol, and other substances.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'atheroma' with the buildup of plaque in the arteries and the development of cardiovascular diseases.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Atheroma is a plaque in arteries' to remember the meaning of the word.

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