Fatty streak
Fatty streak
Fatty streaks (pronunciation: /ˈfæti striːks/) are early signs of atherosclerosis, a disease in which plaque builds up inside your arteries.
Etymology
The term "fatty streak" is derived from the English words "fatty", referring to fat or lipid, and "streak", referring to a long, thin line or mark. It describes the appearance of these early signs of atherosclerosis, which appear as yellow streaks composed of lipids and lipoproteins.
Definition
Fatty streaks are the earliest visible lesions in the development of atherosclerosis. They are characterized by the accumulation of lipid-laden foam cells in the intima, or innermost layer, of the artery. These streaks can be found in the arteries of children and adolescents, and they are the precursors to more advanced forms of atherosclerosis.
Related Terms
- Atherosclerosis: A disease in which plaque builds up inside your arteries.
- Lipid: A type of organic compound that is greasy to the touch, insoluble in water, and soluble in alcohol.
- Foam cells: A type of cell that contains multiple lipid droplets, typically found in atherosclerotic lesions.
- Intima: The innermost layer of an artery or vein.
See Also
- Atheroma: A swelling or lesion in the wall of an artery, caused by atherosclerosis.
- Coronary artery disease: A disease that occurs when the coronary arteries become hardened and narrowed due to the buildup of plaque.
- Heart disease: A range of conditions that affect your heart.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fatty streak
- Wikipedia's article - Fatty streak
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