Arteriosclerosis – 601 Words You Need to Know to Pass Your Exam

Arteriosclerosis – 601 Words You Need to Know

/ɑ:ˌtɪərɪəʊsklɪəˈrəʊsɪs/ (noun)

Definition

(medicine) the thickening or hardening of the walls of the arteries which reduces the elasticity of veins, atherosclerosis

Example

Arteriosclerosis occurs when the blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients from your heart to the rest of your body (arteries) become thick and stiff — sometimes restricting blood flow to your organs and tissues. Healthy arteries are flexible and elastic, but over time, the walls in your arteries can harden, a condition commonly called hardening of the arteries.

Source: https://www.mayoclinic.org

Parts of speech

Adjective: arteriosclerotic

Similar words

atherosclerosis