Sentences with phrase «narrowed by plaque»
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The narrowing or closure is predominantly caused by the covering of atheromatous plaques within the wall of the artery rupturing, in turn leading to a heart attack (Heart attacks caused by just artery narrowing are rare).
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atherosclerosis A form of heart disease where the vessels and arteries can be narrowed dangerously (threatening to clog completely) by the buildup of fatty deposits known as plaque.
These arteries may be narrowed due to blockages or clogging by a buildup of plaque or fatty deposits that develop over time.