Synonyms of atherosclerosis

Noun


1. atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, arteriosclerosis, arterial sclerosis, hardening of the arteries, induration of the arteries, coronary-artery disease

usage: a stage of arteriosclerosis involving fatty deposits (atheromas) inside the arterial walls, thus narrowing the arteries

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Definition and meaning of atherosclerosis (Dictionary)