Atherosclerosis happens when plaques made of fatty substances, cholesterol and waste products deposit inside the artery walls, decreasing blood flow. Sometimes called clogging or hardening of the arteries, this can affect arteries in the heart, brain, legs, kidneys and other organs.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Cardiovascular Center
A department providing cardiology care for heart and vascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and vascular disease, wit…