What is the name of disease characterised by a build up fatty deposits within arteries?
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is the build-up of plaques of fatty material (atheroma) in the arteries. These plaques can block the flow of blood, which can lead to heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease. Atherosclerosis is the most common cause of heart disease.
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