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Atherosclerosis is a disease where plaque builds up inside arteries. Theories for its causes include changes in blood flow, smooth muscle cell growth, lipid infiltration, and excessive inflammation. The process involves plaque buildup within arteries starting at 0% and increasing over time until the artery is severely blocked. Treatments aim to reduce risk factors and slow or stop the progression of plaque buildup.Read less