👉 Arteriosclerosis, also known as atherosclerosis, is a condition in which the blood vessels in the arteries become narrowed and stiff. Arterial plaques or fat deposits called plaques can form on the walls of these blood vessels, causing them to narrow further. This narrowing may lead to increased pressure within the vessel, causing it to rupture or become ruptured. The term "arteriosclerotic" is derived from the Latin word "arteria," which means arteries