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Which risk factor for atherosclerosis is considered a major modifiable factor?
Which risk factor for atherosclerosis is considered a major modifiable factor?
- Genetic Factors
- Age
- Dyslipidemia (correct)
- Sex
What is the primary underlying cause of coronary, cerebral, and peripheral vascular disease according to the text?
What is the primary underlying cause of coronary, cerebral, and peripheral vascular disease according to the text?
- High CRP
- Physical inactivity
- Atherosclerosis (correct)
- Diabetes Mellitus
Which of the following is NOT considered an emerging risk factor for atherosclerosis?
Which of the following is NOT considered an emerging risk factor for atherosclerosis?
- Obesity
- Diabetes Mellitus (correct)
- Hormones; Oestrogen deficiency
- Stressful life
In terms of distribution, which vessels are more prone to developing atherosclerosis?
In terms of distribution, which vessels are more prone to developing atherosclerosis?
What is considered to be the primary response that leads to atherosclerosis?
What is considered to be the primary response that leads to atherosclerosis?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an emerging risk factor for atherosclerosis?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an emerging risk factor for atherosclerosis?
What imparts a red-brown color when superimposed on ulcerated plaques?
What imparts a red-brown color when superimposed on ulcerated plaques?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three principal components of atherosclerotic plaques?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three principal components of atherosclerotic plaques?
What characterizes stable atheromatous plaques?
What characterizes stable atheromatous plaques?
Which type of plaques are more likely to complicate or rupture?
Which type of plaques are more likely to complicate or rupture?
What is a common complication associated with hemorrhage into an atherosclerotic plaque?
What is a common complication associated with hemorrhage into an atherosclerotic plaque?
What can result from critical stenosis in atherosclerosis?
What can result from critical stenosis in atherosclerosis?
Which component of atherosclerotic plaques can lead to thromboembolism?
Which component of atherosclerotic plaques can lead to thromboembolism?
What is the primary reason for aneurysmal dilatation of the arterial wall in atherosclerosis?
What is the primary reason for aneurysmal dilatation of the arterial wall in atherosclerosis?
What is the main cause of atherosclerosis according to the model presented?
What is the main cause of atherosclerosis according to the model presented?
Which of the following cell types is NOT involved in the steps of atherosclerosis as described?
Which of the following cell types is NOT involved in the steps of atherosclerosis as described?
What is the primary lipid component found in fatty streaks, the precursor lesion to atheroma?
What is the primary lipid component found in fatty streaks, the precursor lesion to atheroma?
What is the role of foam cells in atherosclerosis progression?
What is the role of foam cells in atherosclerosis progression?
What happens as a result of monocyte adhesion to the endothelium during atherosclerosis?
What happens as a result of monocyte adhesion to the endothelium during atherosclerosis?
What is the main reason for smooth muscle cell recruitment in atherosclerosis?
What is the main reason for smooth muscle cell recruitment in atherosclerosis?
Which of the following statements about atherosclerotic plaques is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about atherosclerotic plaques is TRUE?
What characterizes fatty streaks, the precursor lesion to atheroma?
What characterizes fatty streaks, the precursor lesion to atheroma?
