Atherosclerosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is atherosclerosis? (Simple)
A
Hardening of the arteries
2
Q
How does it develop?
A
The endothelium of an artery gets damages and becomes rough
3
Q
What can cause atherosclerosis?
A
- Happens to all of us as we age
- happens earlier in people with high blood pressure
- can be causes by chemicals in cigarette smoke
4
Q
How does the artery wall become thicker and rough?
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