PCI

Arteriosclerosis refers to the thickening and loss of elasticity in arterial walls. While encompassing several subtypes (e.g., Mönckeberg’s medial calcific sclerosis, arterial calcification), atherosclerosis—a specific, progressive inflammatory disorder—is the principal contributor to arteriosclerotic heart disease (ASHD). Atherosclerosis involves the accumulation of lipid-rich necrotic cores, fibrous caps, and calcium deposits within the intima of medium- and…