atherosclerosis

Meanings

• noun

  A condition characterized by the buildup of plaque composed of fat, cholesterol, and other substances, in and on the artery walls.

  - "Atherosclerosis is a major cause of heart attacks and strokes."
  - "The patient was diagnosed with advanced atherosclerosis."
  - "Atherosclerosis can be prevented with a healthy lifestyle."

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Variants

List of all variants of atherosclerosis that leads to same result
atheroscleroses , atherosclerosis , atherosclerotic

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Greek athero- 'gruel, porridge' + sklerosis 'hardening'.

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Trivia

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1. Atherosclerosis is the leading cause of death worldwide.

2. Atherosclerosis can begin as early as childhood.

3. Women tend to develop atherosclerosis 10 years later than men.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Coronary artery disease: Atherosclerosis is a major cause of coronary artery disease, which can lead to heart attacks.

2. Peripheral artery disease: Atherosclerosis can also affect the blood vessels in the legs, causing peripheral artery disease.

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Culture

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Atherosclerosis is a significant condition in modern medicine, with extensive research and public health campaigns focused on prevention and treatment.

How to Memorize "atherosclerosis"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a buildup of plaque in the artery walls, resembling a layer of grease on a frying pan.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with heart attacks and strokes, as they are common complications of atherosclerosis.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Atherosclerosis: Arteries Themed With Something Obstructing Silently, Resulting In Sickness' to remember the meaning.

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