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Atherosclerosis
Causes
Plaque formation
Plaque rupture
Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis
Abnormal cholesterol levels
Diseases affecting the heart, kidneys, and metabolism (cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome)
Inflammation
Infections
Lifestyle factors
Other risk factors
Symptoms
Symptoms of gradual narrowing
Symptoms of sudden artery blockage
Diagnosis
People with symptoms
People without symptoms (screening)
Prevention and Treatment
Treatment of atherosclerosis symptoms and complications