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arterial plaque

/ɑːrˈtɪəriəl plæk/

Tradução: Acúmulo de gorduras, colesterol, cálcio e outras substâncias na camada interna das artérias, que pode restringir o fluxo sanguíneo e levar a doenças cardiovasculares.

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/ɑːrˈtɪəriəl plæk/C1formalmedical
  • ptAcúmulo de gorduras, colesterol, cálcio e outras substâncias na camada interna das artérias, que pode restringir o fluxo sanguíneo e levar a doenças cardiovasculares.

A buildup of fats, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances in the inner lining of arteries, which can restrict blood flow and lead to cardiovascular diseases.

  1. Fatty deposit in arteriesB2formal

    A buildup of fats, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances in the inner lining of an artery, which can restrict blood flow.

    ptPlaca arterial

    • Arterial plaque can lead to serious cardiovascular diseases.
    • Doctors use imaging techniques to detect arterial plaque buildup.
    • A healthy diet can help reduce the formation of arterial plaque.