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Definition of Atheroma

1. Noun. A fatty deposit in the intima (inner lining) of an artery; can obstruct blood flow.

Definition of Atheroma

1. n. An encysted tumor containing curdy matter.

Definition of Atheroma

1. a disease of the arteries [n -MAS or -MATA]

Medical Definition of Atheroma

1. An encysted tumour containing curdy matter. A disease characterised by thickening and fatty degeneration of the inner coat of the arteries. Origin: L, fr. Gr, fr. Grats, meal. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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