Atherosclerosis is a condition in which fatty deposits build up on the inner walls of arteries, causing them to harden and narrow. This can lead to reduced blood flow and oxygen supply to tissues and organs, which can cause chest pain (angina pectoris) and even a heart attack (myocardial infarction).

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Atherosclerosis Is

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Atherosclerosis is

A) associated with angina pectoris and myocardial infarction.
B) characterized by a hardening and reduced elasticity of the arterial walls.
C) a hereditary disease rather than a disease of lifestyle.
D) a type of blood disorder.
E) a nervous system disorder.

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