An arterial condition in which there is thickening, hardening, and loss of elasticity of the walls of arteries-resulting in decreased blood supply-especially to the lower extremities and cerebrum is known as hardening of the arteries

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Bailey Esparza

28 March, 12:43

An arterial condition in which there is thickening, hardening, and loss of elasticity of the walls of arteries-resulting in decreased blood supply-especially to the lower extremities and cerebrum is known as hardening of the arteries

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Belinda · Answer 1

Atherosclerosis is a disorder in which arteries become narrowed because of cholesterol, becomes hardened by fibrous tissue and calcification. This can cause heart attack or stroke.