Atheroma
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Atheroma is a noun meaning (pathology) An abnormal fatty deposit which develops within the walls of arteries.
Meaning
(pathology) An abnormal fatty deposit which develops within the walls of arteries.
More Meanings
- (pathology, obsolete) A kind of cyst on the scalp.
Word Forms
- atheromas
- atheromata
Synonyms for atheroma
Depending on context, synonyms include plaque, atherosis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include atheromasia, atheromatosis, atherogenesis, atherosclerosis, plaque, fibroatheroma.
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