Smoking increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.What condition affecting the cardiovascular system occurs when plaque builds up on coronary arteries,causing the blood flow through these arteries to become constricted?

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Atherosclerosis is the condition in which plaque builds up on coronary arteries, causing the blood flow through these arteries to become constricted. This can lead to a heart attack or other cardiovascular diseases. Smoking is a major risk factor for developing atherosclerosis.

Smoking Increases the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease