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Atherosclerosis and Hormones

Meaning

Atherosclerosis and hormones describes the intricate relationship between endogenous or exogenous endocrine factors and the pathological development of arterial plaque formation. This condition involves the thickening and hardening of artery walls due to the accumulation of lipids, cholesterol, and cellular debris. The clinical relevance lies in understanding how sex steroids, thyroid hormones, and metabolic hormones influence vascular health and cardiovascular risk over a lifespan. Hormonal balance is recognized as a key determinant in maintaining endothelial function and preventing arterial stiffness.