Definition

Hardening and narrowing of arteries due to plaque buildup

PathologyCardiovascular

Breakdown

Root

ather/o

fatty plaque

Suffix

-sclerosis

hardening

Etymology

Greek: ather/o (fatty plaque) + -sclerosis (hardening)

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