3-Epidemiology and risk factors of Atherosclerosis Flashcards
1
Q
where is the world wide prevalancy of atherosclerosis?
A
north america, europe, australia, new zealand, russia
2
Q
where is atherosclerosis less prevalent worldwide
A
central america, south america, africa, asia
3
Q
what country has the highest mortality rate in the world for ischemic heart disease
A
united states
4
Q
most important risk factors for atherosclerosis
A
A--arterial hypertension T--tobacco H--heredity E--endocrine disorders R--reduced physical acvity O--obesity M--male A--age
5
Q
what is the most common form of hyperlipidemia
A
type IV marked by hypertiglyceridemia and moderate hypercholesterolemia
6
Q
what are the secondary causes of type 4 hyperlipidemia
A
- alcohol
- diabetes
- exogenous and endogenous steroids
- oral contraceptives
- pregnancy
- stress
7
Q
factors that can raise HDL in blood
A
exercise
moderate intake of alcohol
8
Q
what factors lower HDL in blood
A
smoking
obesity
9
Q
what are lipoproteins
A
spherical particales composed of:
- triglycerides
- cholesterol (esters)
- phospholipids
- apoproteins
