19.8.2013 (Hypertensive Retinopathy) Flashcards
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Hypertensive narrowing in its pure form is seen only in
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Young
In Old pts fibrosis prevents narrowing
1
Q
The degree of hypertensive arteriole narrowing is based on
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Pre existing replacement fibrosis(involutional sclerosis)
2
Q
Type of arteriolar narrowing in hypertensive retinopathy
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Focal
Generalised
3
Q
Arteriolar narrowing is a risk factor for
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Coronary artery disease in women
4
Q
Hallmark of accelerated hypertension
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Swelling of optic nerve head
