ATHEROSCLEROSIS


Meaning of ATHEROSCLEROSIS in English

n. a form of arteriosclerosis characterized by the degeneration of the arteries because of the build-up of fatty deposits. atherosclerotic adj.

[ G Atherosklerose f. Gk athere groats + SCLEROSIS ]

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