THE MAIN ROLE OF LIPIDS IN THE ORIGIN OF ATHEROSCLEROSIS DISEASE
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Abstract
Atherosclerosis is caused by plaque (fatty deposits) build up in the arteries. These deposits are made up of cholesterol, fatty substances, cellular waste products, calcium and fibrin.
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