8th Edition

International Heart Congress

THEME: "Exploring New Research and Frontiers in Cardiology Care"

img2 26-27 Mar 2025
img2 Barcelona, Spain

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Risk factors may include high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, obesity, physical activity, and eating saturated fats.