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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Maheep Singh Sangha, M.B.B.S.Niloofarsadaat Eshaghhosseiny, MD[2]

Synonyms and keywords: Plaque buildup - arteries; hardening of the arteries

Overview

Historical Perspective

Classification

Pathophysiology

Causes

Differentiating Atherosclerosis from other Diseases

Epidemiology and Demographics

Risk Factors

Atherosclerosis screening

Overview

There is insufficient evidence to recommend routine screening for [disease/malignancy].

OR

According to the [guideline name], screening for [disease name] is not recommended.

OR

According to the [guideline name], screening for [disease name] by [test 1] is recommended every [duration] among patients with [condition 1], [condition 2], and [condition 3].

Screening

There is insufficient evidence to recommend routine screening for [disease/malignancy].

OR

According to the [guideline name], screening for [disease name] is not recommended.

OR

According to the [guideline name], screening for [disease name] by [test 1] is recommended every [duration] among patients with:

  • [Condition 1]
  • [Condition 2]
  • [Condition 3]

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Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies

Case Studies

Case #1

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