The role of smooth muscle and endothelial cells in the development of atherosclerosis

The article discusses the role of smooth muscle and endothelial cells in the development of atherosclerosis, one of the most common diseases of the cardiovascular system today. Modern medical literature data on pathogenesis, morphology, prevention possibilities, as well as the most vulnerable targets for the use of medicines are also analyzed. The results of the study are a generalization of the most relevant information on the role of endothelial and smooth muscle cells in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis, as well as the identification of the main risk factors for atherosclerosis, an explanation of the formation of atherosclerotic plaques, a description of the modern concept of atherosclerosis pathomorphogenesis.