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What is a potential consequence of large arteriovenous fistulas?
What is a potential consequence of large arteriovenous fistulas?
- High-output cardiac failure (correct)
- Low-output cardiac failure
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Increased risk of stroke
Fibromuscular dysplasia primarily affects which type of vessels?
Fibromuscular dysplasia primarily affects which type of vessels?
- Medium and large muscular arteries (correct)
- Large elastic arteries
- Only veins
- Capillaries only
Which demographic is most frequently affected by fibromuscular dysplasia?
Which demographic is most frequently affected by fibromuscular dysplasia?
- Post-menopausal women
- Children under 12
- Young women (correct)
- Elderly men
What is a common clinical manifestation of fibromuscular dysplasia in renal arteries?
What is a common clinical manifestation of fibromuscular dysplasia in renal arteries?
What type of aneurysms are developmental or Berry aneurysms associated with?
What type of aneurysms are developmental or Berry aneurysms associated with?
What is the major risk associated with the rupture of developmental or Berry aneurysms?
What is the major risk associated with the rupture of developmental or Berry aneurysms?
Which of the following is a critical function of endothelial cells in the vascular system?
Which of the following is a critical function of endothelial cells in the vascular system?
What sustained systolic blood pressure level is associated with significantly increased cardiovascular risk?
What sustained systolic blood pressure level is associated with significantly increased cardiovascular risk?
What is von Willebrand's factor associated with in endothelial cells?
What is von Willebrand's factor associated with in endothelial cells?
What percentage of the general population is classified as hypertensive?
What percentage of the general population is classified as hypertensive?
What is one of the major health risks associated with untreated hypertension?
What is one of the major health risks associated with untreated hypertension?
For patients with additional risk factors for vascular disease, what should be the approach to hypertension thresholds?
For patients with additional risk factors for vascular disease, what should be the approach to hypertension thresholds?
What is a critical aspect of hypertension's typical presentation?
What is a critical aspect of hypertension's typical presentation?
What is the multifactorial nature of essential hypertension attributed to?
What is the multifactorial nature of essential hypertension attributed to?
What is a potential outcome of untreated hypertension highlighted in the content?
What is a potential outcome of untreated hypertension highlighted in the content?
What percentage of hypertensive individuals may experience a rapidly rising blood pressure leading to death within a year or two if untreated?
What percentage of hypertensive individuals may experience a rapidly rising blood pressure leading to death within a year or two if untreated?
What is a characteristic feature of accelerated or malignant hypertension?
What is a characteristic feature of accelerated or malignant hypertension?
Which factors primarily determine peripheral vascular resistance?
Which factors primarily determine peripheral vascular resistance?
What physiological relationship expresses the concept of blood pressure regulation?
What physiological relationship expresses the concept of blood pressure regulation?
Which humoral factors play a role in vasoconstriction?
Which humoral factors play a role in vasoconstriction?
What is one effect of autoregulation in resistance vessels?
What is one effect of autoregulation in resistance vessels?
Which demographic factor does NOT significantly influence blood pressure variation?
Which demographic factor does NOT significantly influence blood pressure variation?
How does sodium intake affect blood pressure?
How does sodium intake affect blood pressure?
Which of the following hormones is generally classified as a vasodilator?
Which of the following hormones is generally classified as a vasodilator?
What is the effect of having three risk factors like hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and smoking on the rate of myocardial infarction?
What is the effect of having three risk factors like hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and smoking on the rate of myocardial infarction?
At what age does the incidence of myocardial infarction increase fivefold?
At what age does the incidence of myocardial infarction increase fivefold?
What impact does menopause have on the incidence of atherosclerosis-related diseases in women?
What impact does menopause have on the incidence of atherosclerosis-related diseases in women?
Which statement about the role of estrogen in women and its protective effect against atherosclerosis is accurate?
Which statement about the role of estrogen in women and its protective effect against atherosclerosis is accurate?
What is stated as the most significant independent risk factor for atherosclerosis?
What is stated as the most significant independent risk factor for atherosclerosis?
Which of the following factors does NOT classify as a modifiable risk factor for ischemic heart disease?
Which of the following factors does NOT classify as a modifiable risk factor for ischemic heart disease?
How does gender influence the outcomes of ischemic heart disease in women?
How does gender influence the outcomes of ischemic heart disease in women?
What characteristic is typical of atherosclerosis in relation to age?
What characteristic is typical of atherosclerosis in relation to age?
What is contained in the necrotic core of atherosclerotic plaques?
What is contained in the necrotic core of atherosclerotic plaques?
What can occur as a consequence of a ruptured plaque?
What can occur as a consequence of a ruptured plaque?
In atherosclerosis, what type of arteries are primarily affected?
In atherosclerosis, what type of arteries are primarily affected?
What is one of the major consequences of atherosclerosis affecting small vessels?
What is one of the major consequences of atherosclerosis affecting small vessels?
What type of atheroma is composed almost exclusively of smooth muscle cells and fibrous tissue?
What type of atheroma is composed almost exclusively of smooth muscle cells and fibrous tissue?
What is an expected result of the destruction of the underlying vessel wall due to atherosclerosis?
What is an expected result of the destruction of the underlying vessel wall due to atherosclerosis?
Which of the following describes a main pathological event in the progression of atherosclerosis?
Which of the following describes a main pathological event in the progression of atherosclerosis?
Which of these arteries is least likely to be affected by symptomatic atherosclerotic disease?
Which of these arteries is least likely to be affected by symptomatic atherosclerotic disease?
What is the most common form of vasculitis among the elderly in the US and Europe?
What is the most common form of vasculitis among the elderly in the US and Europe?
Which arteries are primarily affected by giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
Which arteries are primarily affected by giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
What potential serious consequence can arise from involvement of the ophthalmic artery in giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
What potential serious consequence can arise from involvement of the ophthalmic artery in giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
What is the recommended treatment for giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
What is the recommended treatment for giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
Which of the following is a key histopathological feature of giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
Which of the following is a key histopathological feature of giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
What characterizes Takayasu arteritis, often referred to as 'pulseless disease'?
What characterizes Takayasu arteritis, often referred to as 'pulseless disease'?
What is one of the complications associated with infectious vasculitis?
What is one of the complications associated with infectious vasculitis?
Which of the following cytokines is associated with the pro-inflammatory response in giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
Which of the following cytokines is associated with the pro-inflammatory response in giant-cell (temporal) arteritis?
What diastolic blood pressure level is considered clinically significant hypertension?
What diastolic blood pressure level is considered clinically significant hypertension?
Which of the following statements best describes the nature of hypertension?
Which of the following statements best describes the nature of hypertension?
What percentage of individuals with hypertension show a rapidly rising blood pressure that can lead to death within a short time if untreated?
What percentage of individuals with hypertension show a rapidly rising blood pressure that can lead to death within a short time if untreated?
What is the main cause of death in untreated hypertensive patients?
What is the main cause of death in untreated hypertensive patients?
What is a characteristic feature of hypertension regarding symptomatology?
What is a characteristic feature of hypertension regarding symptomatology?
How does diabetes affect the thresholds for defining hypertension risk?
How does diabetes affect the thresholds for defining hypertension risk?
What are some of the major complications linked to untreated hypertension?
What are some of the major complications linked to untreated hypertension?
What proportion of the general population is indicated to be hypertensive based on standard criteria?
What proportion of the general population is indicated to be hypertensive based on standard criteria?
Which condition is primarily associated with cystic medial degeneration of the aorta?
Which condition is primarily associated with cystic medial degeneration of the aorta?
What is the predominant condition leading to abdominal aortic aneurysms?
What is the predominant condition leading to abdominal aortic aneurysms?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism by which mycotic aneurysms can develop?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism by which mycotic aneurysms can develop?
In the context of aortic aneurysms, which is primarily associated with the ascending aorta?
In the context of aortic aneurysms, which is primarily associated with the ascending aorta?
What is a rare cause of aortic aneurysms associated with obliterative endarteritis?
What is a rare cause of aortic aneurysms associated with obliterative endarteritis?
Which of the following best describes the changes seen in vascular smooth muscle cells during ischemia?
Which of the following best describes the changes seen in vascular smooth muscle cells during ischemia?
Which type of aneurysm is most commonly characterized by its association with congenital defects?
Which type of aneurysm is most commonly characterized by its association with congenital defects?
What is the primary material that accumulates due to ischemia in the aorta, leading to degeneration?
What is the primary material that accumulates due to ischemia in the aorta, leading to degeneration?
What role do natriuretic peptides play in relation to the renin-angiotensin system?
What role do natriuretic peptides play in relation to the renin-angiotensin system?
Which genetic factor is NOT associated with the development of essential hypertension?
Which genetic factor is NOT associated with the development of essential hypertension?
What is a significant environmental factor that contributes to hypertension?
What is a significant environmental factor that contributes to hypertension?
Which mechanism is associated with single-gene disorders causing severe forms of hypertension?
Which mechanism is associated with single-gene disorders causing severe forms of hypertension?
What physiological consequence arises from mutations in proteins that affect sodium reabsorption?
What physiological consequence arises from mutations in proteins that affect sodium reabsorption?
How do polymorphisms in the renin-angiotensin system genes relate to blood pressure?
How do polymorphisms in the renin-angiotensin system genes relate to blood pressure?
Which of the following statements best summarizes the nature of essential hypertension?
Which of the following statements best summarizes the nature of essential hypertension?
What is a consequence of increased salt and water resorption due to genetic defects in hypertension?
What is a consequence of increased salt and water resorption due to genetic defects in hypertension?
What is the most frequent histologically detectable lesion associated with aortic dissection?
What is the most frequent histologically detectable lesion associated with aortic dissection?
What type of aortic tear is most commonly found in spontaneous dissections?
What type of aortic tear is most commonly found in spontaneous dissections?
What portion of the aorta is primarily affected by the dissection as it progresses?
What portion of the aorta is primarily affected by the dissection as it progresses?
What can occur if a dissecting hematoma reenters the lumen of the aorta through a second distal tear?
What can occur if a dissecting hematoma reenters the lumen of the aorta through a second distal tear?
In what scenario can an intramural hematoma develop without an intimal tear?
In what scenario can an intramural hematoma develop without an intimal tear?
What critical complication can result from ruptures caused by a dissecting hematoma?
What critical complication can result from ruptures caused by a dissecting hematoma?
What is the relationship between structural changes in the aortic wall and dissection development?
What is the relationship between structural changes in the aortic wall and dissection development?
What is the typical location of an intimal tear in the context of spontaneous aortic dissection?
What is the typical location of an intimal tear in the context of spontaneous aortic dissection?
What characterizes a saccular aneurysm?
What characterizes a saccular aneurysm?
Which condition is associated with poor intrinsic quality of vascular connective tissue leading to aneurysms?
Which condition is associated with poor intrinsic quality of vascular connective tissue leading to aneurysms?
What is NOT a mechanism that weakens arterial walls leading to aneurysm formation?
What is NOT a mechanism that weakens arterial walls leading to aneurysm formation?
Which condition is characterized by a defect in collagen III synthesis, affecting vascular integrity?
Which condition is characterized by a defect in collagen III synthesis, affecting vascular integrity?
What effect do hemodynamic factors such as high blood pressure have on endothelial cell junctions?
What effect do hemodynamic factors such as high blood pressure have on endothelial cell junctions?
Which type of aneurysm is defined by diffuse and circumferential dilation rather than a localized outpouching?
Which type of aneurysm is defined by diffuse and circumferential dilation rather than a localized outpouching?
Which type of endothelial cell signaling maintains a nonthrombotic blood interface?
Which type of endothelial cell signaling maintains a nonthrombotic blood interface?
What is an important factor influencing the weakening of the vascular wall besides the quality of connective tissue?
What is an important factor influencing the weakening of the vascular wall besides the quality of connective tissue?
What role does the vasa vasorum play in maintaining vascular health?
What role does the vasa vasorum play in maintaining vascular health?
What describes a consequence of endothelial cell dysfunction?
What describes a consequence of endothelial cell dysfunction?
What is a primary consequence of improper synthesis of extracellular matrix (ECM) components in arteries?
What is a primary consequence of improper synthesis of extracellular matrix (ECM) components in arteries?
What role does vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) play in relation to endothelial cells?
What role does vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) play in relation to endothelial cells?
Which pathological consequences may arise from excessive stimulation of physiological pathways affecting endothelial cells?
Which pathological consequences may arise from excessive stimulation of physiological pathways affecting endothelial cells?
Which statement accurately describes the interendothelial junctions in normal conditions?
Which statement accurately describes the interendothelial junctions in normal conditions?
What impact do leukocytes have in the context of endothelial cell dysfunction during inflammatory states?
What impact do leukocytes have in the context of endothelial cell dysfunction during inflammatory states?
What is a key role of endothelial cells in relation to smooth muscle cells?
What is a key role of endothelial cells in relation to smooth muscle cells?
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Malignant Hypertension
Malignant Hypertension
Severe high blood pressure, often with organ damage like kidney failure and eye problems.
Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure
Force of blood against artery walls, calculated as cardiac output multiplied by peripheral resistance.
Cardiac Output
Cardiac Output
Amount of blood pumped by the heart per minute.
Peripheral Resistance
Peripheral Resistance
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Blood Volume
Blood Volume
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Arterioles
Arterioles
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Vascular Tone
Vascular Tone
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Blood Pressure Regulation
Blood Pressure Regulation
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Arteriovenous Fistula (AVF)
Arteriovenous Fistula (AVF)
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Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD)
Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD)
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Berry Aneurysm
Berry Aneurysm
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Hypertension
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High-output heart failure
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Systolic pressure
Systolic pressure
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Endothelial cells
Endothelial cells
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Von Willebrand's factor
Von Willebrand's factor
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Diastolic pressure
Diastolic pressure
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Renal Artery Stenosis
Renal Artery Stenosis
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Hypertension thresholds
Hypertension thresholds
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Cardiovascular Risk
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Weibel-Palade bodies
Weibel-Palade bodies
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Silent Hypertension
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Hypertension Complications
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Atherosclerosis
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Atheroma
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Occlusion
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Vessel Rupture
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Ischemia
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Myocardial Infarction
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Cerebral Infarction
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Aortic Aneurysm
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Increased Myocardial Infarction Risk
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Age and IHD
Age and IHD
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Gender and Atherosclerosis
Gender and Atherosclerosis
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Menopause and Heart Disease
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Genetics and Atherosclerosis
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Modifiable IHD Risk Factors
Modifiable IHD Risk Factors
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Hyperlipidemia's Impact
Hyperlipidemia's Impact
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Early Atherosclerosis Onset
Early Atherosclerosis Onset
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Giant Cell Arteritis
Giant Cell Arteritis
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Giant Cell Arteritis Symptoms
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Giant Cell Arteritis Diagnosis
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Giant Cell Arteritis Treatment
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Takayasu Arteritis
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Takayasu Arteritis Pathology
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Infectious Vasculitis
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Infectious Vasculitis Complications
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PECAM-1 (CD31)
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Endothelial Cell Dysfunction
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Endothelial Cell Activation
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Interendothelial Junctions
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Hemodynamic Factors
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Vasoactive Agents
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Hypertension's Effect on Organs
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Hypertension: Multifactorial
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Hypertension's Impact on Mortality
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Hypertension and Atherosclerosis
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Hypertension Treatment
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Natriuretic Peptides
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Endogenous Inhibitors of Renin-Angiotensin System
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Liddle Syndrome
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Polymorphisms in Renin-Angiotensin System Genes
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Environmental Factors in Essential Hypertension
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Aldosterone Secretion
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Mutations Affecting Sodium Reabsorption
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Essential Hypertension
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Aortic Dissection
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Intramural Hematoma
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Cystic Medial Degeneration
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Intimal Tear Location
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Dissection Spread
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Dissection Complications
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Double-Barreled Aorta
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Chronic Dissection
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Mycotic Aneurysm
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Trauma
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Vasculitis
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Congenital Defects
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Arterial Dissection
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Aneurysm
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Saccular Aneurysm
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Fusiform Aneurysm
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Marfan Syndrome
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Loeys-Dietz Syndrome
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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
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Vitamin C Deficiency
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Study Notes
Pathology of Blood Vessels
- Vascular disorders and their downstream consequences are a major cause of morbidity and mortality.
- These disorders commonly affect arteries, but venous diseases also occur.
Principal Mechanisms of Vascular Diseases
- Vascular pathology results from two main mechanisms:
- Narrowing (stenosis) or complete obstruction of the vessel lumen, by progressive processes (atherosclerosis) or suddenly (thrombosis or embolism).
- Weakening of the vessel walls, leading to dilation or rupture.
Structure and Function of Blood Vessels
- Blood vessel walls are made up of three layers:
- Intima: single layer of endothelial cells and underlying subendothelial connective tissue.
- Media: smooth muscle cells, surrounded by elastic lamina.
- Outer elastic lamina surrounds the media of most arteries.
- Adventitia: outer layer of connective tissue containing nerve fibers and small blood vessels, called vasa vasorum, which nourish the outer regions of the media.
Arteries
- Classified into three types based on size and structure:
- Large/elastic arteries (e.g., aorta): high elasticity for pulsatile blood flow.
- Medium-sized/muscular arteries (e.g., coronary, renal): smooth muscle allows regulation of blood flow.
- Small arteries and arterioles: very small vessels within tissues, critical for regulating blood flow.
Capillaries
- Extremely thin-walled, composed of a single layer of endothelial cells, allowing for rapid exchange of substances between blood and tissues.
Venous System
- Thinner walls, larger diameters, and larger lumens compared to arteries.
- More prone to dilation, compression, and penetration compared to arteries.
- Venous valves prevent backflow of blood.
Lymphatics
- Thin-walled, endothelial-lined channels that drain interstitial fluid and inflammatory cells.
- Act as a pathway for disease spread.
Vessel Development, Growth, and Remodeling
- Vasculogenesis: formation of blood vessels during embryogenesis.
- Angiogenesis: formation of new vessels in the mature organism.
- Arteriogenesis: remodeling of existing arteries in response to chronic changes in pressure or flow.
Congenital Anomalies
- Developmental or berry aneurysms: occur in cerebral vessels; rupture leads to fatal intracerebral hemorrhage.
- Arteriovenous fistulas: abnormal, typically small, direct connections between arteries and veins; bypass capillaries, often due to a developmental defect.
- Fibromuscular dysplasia: focal thickening of the walls of medium and large muscular arteries; can cause stenosis, and predisposes to aneurysms.
Atherosclerosis
- Characterized by intimal lesions called atheromas.
- Atheromas are raised lesions with a soft, yellow, lipid core covered by a white fibrous cap.
- Can cause obstruction, rupture, and thrombosis.
Hypertension
- Sustained high blood pressure, a major risk factor for atherosclerosis.
- Multiple genetic and environmental factors contribute to hypertension.
Vascular Pathology in Hypertension
- Hypertension accelerates atherogenesis and causes degenerative changes in vessel walls (hyaline arteriolosclerosis and hyperplastic arteriolosclerosis).
Arteriosclerosis
- General term for arterial wall thickening and loss of elasticity.
- Includes: arteriolosclerosis, Mönckeberg medial sclerosis, and atherosclerosis.
Aortic Dissection
- Blood enters the medial layer of the aorta, creating a false channel.
- Can lead to life-threatening complications.
Vasculitis
- Inflammation of the blood vessels.
- Can be infectious or noninfectious.
Inflammatory Vasculitis
- Immune-mediated inflammation of blood vessels.
- Can be associated with various underlying conditions (viral infections or autoimmune disorders).
Large Vessel Vasculitis
- Giant cell (temporal) arteritis - most prevalent in older adults- usually the temporal or cranial arteries.
- Takayasu arteritis- granulomatous vasculitis of medium and large arteries, predominantly in young women.
- Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN)- necrotizing vasculitis affecting medium size muscular arteries, can affect many organ systems.
Kawasaki Disease
- Acute vasculitis in children that often involves the coronary arteries
- Can lead to coronary artery aneurysms and subsequent complications.
Thromboangiitis Obliterans (Buerger Disease)
- Segmental inflammation and thrombosis of small and medium-sized arteries, primarily in the extremities (almost exclusive in smokers).
- Leads to vascular insufficiency.
Lymphangitis/Lymphedema
- Lymphangitis - acute inflammation of lymphatic vessels, typically due to bacterial infection.
- Lymphedema - swelling due to lymphatic blockage.
Tumors and Tumor-Like Syndromes
- List of specific benign, intermediate-grade, and malignant neoplasms involving blood vessels
Vascular Interventions
- Procedures used to treat blood vessel problems, such as angioplasty and stenting, and bypass surgery.
Varicose Veins
- Abnormally dilated and tortuous veins, most commonly in the legs.
- Often caused by problems with venous valves that allow blood to pool.
- Leads to complications including stasis dermatitis, ulcers, and increased risk of thrombosis.
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