Heart disease is a group of
conditions affect the structure and functions of the heart and has
not many root causes. Coronary artery disease, for example, develops
plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to your heart, a
process called atherosclerosis.
This is a case where the arteries become clogged with
fatty deposits (usually known as plaque). When the arteries get
clogged, they lose their elasticity and become narrow. This slows
down the passage of blood. Plaque is made up of fatty substances
such as cholesterol, calcium and waste products from cells.Atherosclerosis is a slow
and progressive condition that can occur anywhere in the
body.