You may not know that you have atherosclerosis until a hardened artery causes a medical emergency. However, you can take steps to protect yourself. Healthy lifestyle changes and medications can help.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Atherosclerosis, sometimes referred to as arteriosclerosis, is the hardening and narrowing of the arteries and a leading cause of illness and death in the United States. This document provides an overview of causes, risk factors, symptoms, prevention and treatments.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
NIH National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - NHLBI
