Atherosclerosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is atherosclerosis?
A
Is the narrowing of arteries
2
Q
Name factors that can damage the endothelium layer
A
- high blood pressure
- cigarette toxins
3
Q
When the endothelium lining is damaged what does the body do to combat this?
A
It releases white blood cells
4
Q
What accumulates as the result of the presence of the white blood cells?
A
Cholesterol
5
Q
What is an atheroma?
A
A build up of fatty deposits
6
Q
What is a plaque?
A
A hard swelling (calcium salts and fibrous tissue)
