Arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis Flashcards
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Arteriosclerosis is
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Thickening or hardening of arterial wall often associated with aging.
2
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Atherosclerosis is
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Type of arteriosclerosis, involving information of plaque within the arterial wall
Leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease
3
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What are some risk factors for atherosclerosis?
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Low HDL Increased triglycerides High L DL Diabetes Genetics Obesity Sedentary lifestyle Smoking Stress Black or Hispanics Old people
4
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Total serum cholesterol level should be below
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200 mg/dL
5
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Desirable LDL level
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Below 100 mg/dL
6
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Desirable HDL level
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40 mg/dL or above
7
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Desirable triglyceride level
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Below 135 mg/dL
8
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Drugs used to lower both LDL and triglyceride levels:
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statins
