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arteriosclerosis
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group of arterial diseases characterized by thickening of the vessels, frequently with hardening and/or calcification
ó: www.southalabama.edu/alliedhealth/cls/Ravine/gloss...
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arteriogram
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an x-ray of the arteries and veins to detect blockage or narrowing of the vessels.
ó: ymghealthinfo.org/content.asp
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arteriogram
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a film demonstrating arteries after the injection of a dye.
ó: sportsmedicine.about.com/cs/exercisephysiology/a/g...
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arteriosclerosis
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a disease in which blood vessels become rough and hard, and lose their elasticity
ó: www.providence.org/Everett/Programs_and_Services/V...
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arteriosclerosis
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A generalized condition affecting the walls of the arteries. It is commonly referred to as "Hardening of the arteries". The cause of arteriosclerosis is not 100% defined, but major risk factors for developing arteriosclerosis include genetics, family history, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, poor diet, cigarette smoking, and lack of exercise. Arteriosclerosis is a slow process that begins early in life and develops over time. ...
ó: www.usctransplant.org/heart/glossary.html
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