Aorta

Question 1

Atherosclerosis is:

Answer 1

A form of arteriosclerosis where the intimal lining is altered by presence of focal accumulation of lipids

Question 2

Plaque deposits are often seen:

Answer 2

At bifurcation or branch vessels

Question 3

True aneurysms involve:

Answer 3

All three layers of the arterial wall

Question 4

Most AAA occur above the level of the renal arteries.

T/F

Answer 4

False, below

Question 5

Types of true aneurysms

Answer 5

Saccular
Fusiform
Dissecting