A fibrous _____ is characterized by the accumulation of lipids and formation of scar tissue, that begins as a white gray thickening of the inner lining of the artery.

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Atheromatous plaque is characterized by the accumulation of lipids and the formation of scar tissue, which results in a thickening of the inner lining of the artery, known as an atherosclerotic plaque. This plaque can lead to narrowing of the blood vessel, reducing blood flow and increasing the risk of complications such as heart attack or stroke. Fatty streaks (B) are the earliest visible sign of atherosclerosis, but they do not have the same level of accumulation of lipids and formation of scar tissue as a full-blown plaque. Ischemia (C) refers to a lack of blood flow to a particular area, which can be caused by a variety of factors, including atherosclerosis. Thrombosis (D) is the formation of a blood clot, which can occur on top of an atherosclerotic plaque or in a blood vessel that has already been narrowed by plaque buildup.

A Fibrous _____ Is Characterized by the Accumulation of Lipids