072224 Flashcards
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localized sac or dilation formed at a weak point in the wall of artery
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aneurysm
2
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a nonatherosclerotic, segmental, recurrent inflammatory disorder of the small and medium size arteries
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thromboangiitis obliterans / buerger’s disease
3
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it is more common in patients with diabetes or hypertension, in those with hyperlipidemia and in those who smoke
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peripheral arterial occlusive disease
4
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‘large peripheral arteries become narrowed and restricted’ leading to the temporary or permanent reduction of blood flow to tissues
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PAD / peripheral artery disease
5
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the term means HARDENING of the arteries
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arteriosclerosis
6
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the most common site for dissecting aneurysm
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thoracic area
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