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What primarily makes up the superficial fibrous cap of an atherosclerotic plaque?

  • Lipid-rich foam cells
  • Smooth muscle cells and connective tissue (correct)
  • Extracellular matrix and lymphocytes
  • Endothelial cells and macrophages

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with fatty streaks?

  • Composed of lipid-filled foamy macrophages
  • Can coalesce into elongated streaks 1 cm long or longer
  • Initially appear as small flat yellow macules
  • Contain a necrotic core with debris (correct)

What cellular components are primarily found in the shoulder area of an atherosclerotic plaque?

  • Endothelial cells and plasmacytes
  • Neutrophils and platelets
  • Macrophages and smooth muscle cells (correct)
  • Fibroblasts and adipocytes

What is the primary purpose of neovascularization in atherosclerotic plaques?

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Which feature is true of the necrotic core in an atherosclerotic plaque?

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What are the main components found in the extracellular matrix (ECM) of atherosclerotic plaques?

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Which morphological type represents early stages of atherosclerotic plaque formation characterized by lipid accumulation?

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Which type of cells predominantly contribute to the cellular composition of atherosclerotic plaques?

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What is a common complication associated with advanced atherosclerotic lesions?

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Which factor is primarily responsible for the formation of cholesterol clefts in atherosclerotic plaques?

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What is the earliest histological change observed in an atherosclerotic plaque?

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What happens to the lumen of an artery as atherosclerotic plaques develop?

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What is a characteristic feature of complicated atherosclerotic plaques?

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What type of plaque is most prone to rupture leading to sudden cardiac death?

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What initial formation occurs in a lesion-prone area that can progress to atherosclerosis?

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What is a common characteristic of stable plaques?

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What happens to the blood flow through a vessel during compensatory enlargement of plaques?

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Which type of plaque is characterized by its stable properties but can still expand significantly?

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What is the outcome of extensive narrowing of the luminal diameter from large atherosclerotic plaques?

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What is typically the first identifiable stage in the formation of atherosclerotic plaques?

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Which of the following does NOT characterize an unstable atherosclerotic plaque?

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Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for atherosclerosis?

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What is the most important cause of endothelial dysfunction in the context of atherosclerosis?

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What role do T lymphocytes primarily play in the process of atherosclerosis?

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Which of the following is considered a chronic response in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis?

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Which risk factor for atherosclerosis is NOT classified as non-modifiable?

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What is the most frequent and clinically important form of arteriosclerosis?

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How does the death rate from coronary artery disease compare in Africa, India, and Southeast Asia to that in the USA?

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What is the primary cause of death from myocardial infarction?

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What is a notable characteristic of Mönckeberg medial sclerosis?

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What contributes to the increasing prevalence of ischemic heart disease (IHD) in developing nations?

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Which vascular condition involves the hardening of vessel walls due to lipid deposition?

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What type of arteriosclerosis primarily affects small arteries and arterioles?

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What is the first step in the development of atherosclerosis due to endothelial injury?

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Where does atherosclerosis primarily occur within the aorta?

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What cellular transformation occurs after monocytes adhere to the endothelium during atherosclerosis?

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What is a common site for atherosclerosis development due to increased turbulence?

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Which of the following factors contributes to the dysfunction of endothelial cells in atherosclerosis?

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What happens to smooth muscle cells (SMCs) during the development of atherosclerosis?

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Which vessels are least affected by atherosclerosis?

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What leads to the release of factors from activated platelets and macrophages during plaque formation?

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Which of the following describes the classical localization of atherosclerosis?

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What is a key characteristic of cholesterol clefts found in atherosclerotic plaques?

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Which complication is NOT typically seen in advanced atherosclerotic lesions?

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What is associated with the narrowing of the arterial lumen during atherosclerosis?

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Which element is crucial in the composition of complicated atherosclerotic plaques?

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Which of the following statements is true about advanced atherosclerotic plaques?

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What is the role of neovascularization in atherosclerotic plaques?

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What characterizes the necrotic core of an atherosclerotic plaque?

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Which factor does NOT contribute to the enlargement of atherosclerotic plaques?

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What happens to the elastic membranes in an advanced atherosclerotic plaque?

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Flashcards

Fatty Streak

A collection of lipid-filled foamy macrophages in the intima, appearing as small, flat, yellow macules that eventually form elongated streaks.

Atherosclerotic Plaque

A complex structure with a fibrous cap, a shoulder layer with cells(SMCs, Macrophages, T-lymphocytes), a necrotic core containing lipid, and neovascularization at the periphery.

Intima

The innermost layer of the artery wall, where fatty streaks initially develop.

Fibrous Cap

The superficial layer of an atherosclerotic plaque, composed primarily of smooth muscle cells (SMCs) and collagen.

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Necrotic Core

The central, disorganized portion of an atherosclerotic plaque, containing lipids, cholesterol, debris, foam cells, and other materials.

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Atherosclerotic Plaque

A buildup of cholesterol and other substances in the artery walls, causing narrowing and hardening.

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Smooth Muscle Cells

Cells that contribute to building up the atherosclerotic plaques in arteries.

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Macrophages

Immune cells that play a role in plaque formation, and also ingest cholesterol.

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Cholesterol Clefts

Needle-like shaped spaces in arteries, filled with cholesterol.

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Lipid Core

The central part of an atherosclerotic plaque, mainly composed of lipids.

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Plaque Rupture

Breaking of atherosclerotic plaque, often leading to blood clots.

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Atheroembolism

A part of a plaque that breaks off and travels to a smaller artery, blocking blood flow.

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Fatty Streak

Early stage of plaque, composed mainly of fat deposits inside the artery walls.

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Plaque Rupture

A sudden tear in the fibrous cap of an atherosclerotic plaque, often triggering a blood clot.

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Acute Coronary Thrombosis

A blood clot (thrombosis) occurring in a coronary artery, usually from plaque rupture.

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Thin Cap Plaque

An unstable atherosclerotic plaque with a thin fibrous cap, prone to rupture.

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Atherosclerotic Plaque

A buildup of fatty deposits, cholesterol, and other substances in an artery wall.

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Stable Plaque

A thicker cap plaque that is less likely to rupture quickly.

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Fibrotic Plaque

A stable atherosclerotic plaque, mainly composed of fibrous tissue.

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Critical Stenosis

Significant narrowing of an artery, reducing blood flow.

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Sudden Cardiac Death

Unexpected death due to a sudden cardiac event such as a heart attack or cardiac arrest.

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Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis

Factors that increase the likelihood of developing atherosclerosis, a disease where plaque builds up in artery walls.

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Non-Modifiable Risk Factors

Risk factors for atherosclerosis that cannot be changed.

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Modifiable Risk Factors

Risk factors for atherosclerosis that can be changed through lifestyle choices.

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Hyperlipidemia

High levels of lipids (fats) in the blood, greatly increasing atherosclerosis risk.

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Response to Injury Theory

Atherosclerosis arises from a chronic inflammatory response to arterial wall injury.

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Atherosclerosis

A common condition where fatty deposits build up in artery walls, resulting in hardening and narrowing.

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Epidemiology of Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is a major cause of death in the Western world, and its prevalence is growing in developing nations.

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Arteriosclerosis

Hardening of the arteries; a general term encompassing several conditions. Important type is Atherosclerosis

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Myocardial Infarction

Heart attack, often caused by atherosclerosis.

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Western Lifestyle

A lifestyle characterized by high dietary fat, lack of exercise, and other unhealthy habits.

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Intima

Innermost layer of artery wall, where Atherosclerosis often begins.

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Complications of Atherosclerosis

Severe consequences of Atherosclerosis, include heart attack, stroke, and other vascular problems.

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Atherosclerosis Location

Atherosclerosis commonly develops in the aorta's lower abdominal region and major branches, and less frequently in other arteries like the coronary, iliac, and carotid arteries.

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Atherosclerosis Cause

Chronic endothelial injury leads to increased blood vessel permeability, inflammation, and the buildup of LDL cholesterol within the vessel wall.

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Atherosclerotic Plaque

A buildup of lipids, cholesterol, and other substances that forms a hard deposit in artery walls, causing narrowing.

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Cholesterol and Plaque

High LDL cholesterol and Lp(a) along with low HDL cholesterol contribute to plaque formation.

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Inflammation + Atherosclerosis

Inflammation plays a critical role in the progression of atherosclerosis by causing endothelial dysfunction and vessel damage, allowing fatty deposition.

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Aorta & Branches

Atherosclerosis is often worse where arteries branch out from the main vessel, due to increased turbulence.

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Cellular Interactions

Cellular interactions involving smooth muscle cells, macrophages, and platelets, contribute significantly to the development and progression of atherosclerosis..

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Vessel Narrowing

Atherosclerosis gradually narrows arteries restricting blood flow.

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Endothelial Injury

Endothelial injury leads to atherosclerosis progression.

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Atherosclerotic Plaque

A buildup of cholesterol, lipids, & other substances in artery walls, causing narrowing.

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Lipid Core

The central part of a plaque, mostly lipids and debris.

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Plaque Rupture

Tear in plaque's fibrous cap, often causing blood clots.

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Cholesterol Clefts

Needle-shaped gaps in arteries filled with cholesterol.

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Fatty Streak

Early stage of plaque; small, flat, yellow fat deposits in the artery wall.

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Fibrous Cap

Superficial layer of plaque, mostly smooth muscle & collagen.

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Atheroembolism

A piece of plaque breaks off and travels to smaller arteries, blocking blood flow

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Complication Risk

Advanced plaque can rupture, cause clots, or hemorrhage causing complications

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Smooth Muscle Cells

Cells helping form atherosclerosis plaques in arteries

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Study Notes

Atherosclerosis

  • Atherosclerosis is a disease process characterized by the buildup of plaque in the arteries.
  • The stages of atherosclerosis include normal functions, endothelial dysfunction, plaque formation, and plaque rupture thrombosis.
  • Learning outcomes include appraising the etiopathogenesis and complications of atherosclerosis.

Vascular Structure

  • Arteries, veins, and arterioles vary in structure & function based on their role in the circulatory system.
  • Blood pressure control is crucial for vessel function.
  • Venules & capillaries support gas and nutrient exchange.

Arteriosclerosis

  • Arteriolosclerosis affects small arteries/arterioles and involves hyaline or hyperplastic changes.
  • Fibromuscular intimal hyperplasia affects muscular arteries larger than arterioles, often due to inflammation (transplant-associated) or mechanical injury (associated with stents or angioplasty).
  • Mönckeberg medial sclerosis involves calcification in muscular arteries, typically in those over 50 years old.

Epidemiology

  • Atherosclerosis is responsible for over half of deaths in the Western World.
  • Developing nations show increasing rates of IHD due to Western lifestyles.
  • Death rates for coronary artery disease are higher in some Eastern European countries compared to the USA and significantly greater than Japan.
  • Deaths from myocardial infarction are often related to underlying atherosclerosis.

Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis

  • Non-modifiable: Genetic abnormalities (familial hypercholesterolemia), family history (polygenic), increasing age (40-60yrs risk of MI), and male gender.
  • Modifiable: Hyperlipidemia, hypertension (risk of IHD approx. 60%), cigarette smoking (doubles IHD death), diabetes (2&100-fold risk), inflammation (C-reactive protein), physical inactivity, metabolic syndrome, stress, obesity, homocystinuria, and post-menopausal estrogen deficiency, and alcohol-related factors and factors affecting hemostasis.

Pathogenesis

  • Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory response to endothelial injury.
  • Lesion progression involves a complex interplay between modified lipoproteins, monocytes, macrophages, and T lymphocytes.
  • Endothelial dysfunction is caused by hemodynamic factors (turbulent flow), hypercholesterolemia (dyslipoproteinemia: increased LDL & Lp(a) decreased HDL), and inflammation.
  • Accumulation of LDL cholesterol in the vessel wall plays a significant role.

Cellular Interactions in Atherosclerosis

  • Chronic endothelial injury leads to increased permeability, leukocyte adhesion, and thrombotic potential.
  • Accumulation of LDL with high cholesterol, leading to LDL oxidation.
  • Blood monocytes migrate to the endothelium, transformation into foamy macrophages, leading to platelet adhesion.
  • Activated platelets, macrophages, & endothelial cells release factors (e.g., PDGF) stimulating SMC migration from the media into the intima.
  • SMC proliferation, collagen, and proteoglycan accumulation, and intracellular/extracellular lipid accumulation exacerbate the process.

Morphology of Atherosclerosis

  • Fatty streaks—collections of lipid-filled foamy macrophages in the vessel intima, and commonly associated with the ostia of branch vessels.
  • Atherosclerotic plaque- a superficial fibrous cap (smooth muscle cells, macrophages, and lymphocytes), with a necrotic core (disorganized lipids, cholesterol crystals, and cell debris) and neovascularization at the periphery
  • Different morphologic types (Flat lesions, fatty streaks, F-atheromas and complicated plaques).

Atherosclerotic Plaque (Plaque Progression)

  • Plaque develops gradually , progressing from a fatty streak to a complex lesion.
  • Risk factors (e.g., inflammation, endothelial dysfuction, etc.) contribute to various stages.
  • Plaques can rupture or become unstable, leading to a greater risk of thrombosis.
  • Plaque enlargement is usually compensatory. Gradual increase in plaque thickness can narrow the vessel lumen.
  • Outcomes of plaque progression include sudden events like rupture & thrombosis leading to possible cardiac events

Atherosclerotic Syndromes

  • Atherosclerosis in small arteries leading to occlusions and compromised blood flow.
  • Critical stenosis—where occlusion significantly impacts blood flow, causing tissue ischemia.
  • Symptoms vary depending on the affected vascular bed.

Consequences

  • Atherosclerosis' consequences include exertion angina (stable angina), mesenteric occlusion, bowel ischemia, chronic IHD, ischemic encephalopathy, and intermittent claudication.

Complications

  • Plaque rupture can cause a focal rupture, ulceration or erosion of the luminal surface, leading to superimposed thrombosis
  • Plaque rupture can also cause hemorrhaging into the plaque
  • Aneurysmal dilation & ischemic atrophy due to the lost of elastic tissue
  • Atheroembolism can occur
  • Acute coronary thrombosis associated with plaque.

Atheroma Coronary Artery

  • Plaque rupture leads to thrombosis.
  • Calcification of the plaque occurs.

Case Studies

  • Case 1: Focuses on the gradual but substantial changes in atherosclerotic plaques in the context of coronary syndromes
  • Case 2: Investigates potential drug mechanisms to reduce atherosclerotic plaque formation.

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