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Stroke is the 2nd leading cause of death and the third leading cause of disability. Each year, 17 million people suffer from stroke globally. Stroke occurs when something blocks blood vessel (ischemic stroke) or a blood vessel bursts (hemorrhagic stroke) in the brain.
Atherosclerosis is caused by a buildup of plaque, which is a deposit of fatty substances, cholesterol, cellular waste products, calcium, and fibrin in the inner lining of an artery. As it builds up in the arteries, the artery walls become thickened and stiff1.