10 Questions
What is the underlying pathology of cardiovascular disease?
Fatty streaks, plaques, and potential for rupture
How does dyslipidemia contribute to atherosclerosis?
Promoting plaque formation and rupture
What role do oxidized lipoproteins play in atherosclerosis?
Triggering repair processes
Which type of cholesterol is insufficiently removing cholesterol from tissues?
Low HDL ('good cholesterol')
What does dyslipidemia predominantly lead to in terms of cardiovascular risk?
Increased risk of atherosclerosis
What is the type of LDL particle that has an additional protein similar to plasminogen?
Lipoprotein (a)
What are the lipid-related risk factors for coronary artery disease?
High total cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, high Lp(a), small dense LDL
What type of individuals are more likely to have small dense LDL particles?
People with high triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, and insulin resistance
What is Dyslipidemia?
An abnormality in plasma lipids and lipoproteins increasing health risk
Which factor is responsible for interfering with clot breakdown and increasing the risk of blood clots and heart disease?
Lipoprotein (a)
This quiz covers the role of dyslipidemia in atherosclerosis, identification of different types and causes of dyslipidemia, diagnostic tools used, treatment approaches, and their impact on cardiovascular disease risk. Presented by Assistant Professor Hasanat Aljabery. Date: 14/9/2023.
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