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Where is the atheromatous plaque predominantly located in the photo?
Where is the atheromatous plaque predominantly located in the photo?
- Endothelium
- Media layer
- Subintimal region (correct)
- Adventitia
What is the main component of the core of the atheromatous plaque described in the text?
What is the main component of the core of the atheromatous plaque described in the text?
- Calcium deposits
- Smooth muscle cells
- Lipid and cholesterol (correct)
- Fibrous tissue
What type of artery is shown in the photo based on the presence of atheromatous plaque?
What type of artery is shown in the photo based on the presence of atheromatous plaque?
- Coronary artery (correct)
- Carotid artery
- Renal artery
- Pulmonary artery