Arteriosclerosis and Atherosclerosis

Process of Gradual Occlusion in Blood Vessels

• The gradual occlusion in blood vessels is led by the process of atherosclerosis.

Basis of Most Heart and Blood Vessel Diseases

• Atherosclerosis serves as the basis for most heart and blood vessel diseases.

Cholesterol's Role in Atherosclerosis

• Cholesterol plays a central role in the atherosclerosis process, building up in the inner walls of the arteries.

Term for Insufficient Oxygen Supply

• Ischemia is the term used to describe insufficient oxygen supply.

Term for Lack of Blood Flow

• Hypoperfusion is the term used to describe a lack of blood flow.

Causes of Hypoperfusion

• Hypoperfusion is caused by atherosclerosis.

Hypoperfusion Reference

• Hypoperfusion refers to the heart.

Hypoperfusion Equivalent

• Hypoperfusion is equivalent to a lack of blood flow (Myocardial Ischemia).

Learn about the prevention and progression of arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis, which are the basis for most heart and blood vessel diseases. Understand the role of plaque buildup in arteries and the resulting symptoms or signs of temporary dysfunction.