Arteriosclerosis

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An image of an artery that has been narrowed by plaque (known as Arteriosclerosis).

Arteriosclerosis occurs when the endothelium becomes damaged; causes can include smoking, high blood pressure, or high levels of glucose, fat and cholesterol in the blood. This damage allows a collection of plaque (normally composed of fat and cholesterol) to build up in the artery wall.

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Anatomy Visible in the Medical Illustration Includes:

Arteriosclerosis, Endothelium, Artery, Plaque

Image created by:

Certified medical artist Eduard Müller