Coronary Artery Disease Flashcards

1
Q

What are causes of injury to coronary vessels?

A

Mechanical
Drugs
DIABETES

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2
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What is the Worst part of an atherosclerotic plaque?

A

Fibrous plaque

Caused by ulceration of plaque

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3
Q

What are the risk markers of AS?

A
Cigarette smoking 
DM
HTN
Family history of Premature CAD
Obesity
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4
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What is diabetic Dyslipidemia?

A

Smaller, denser LDLs
Concentration near normal
LOW HDL
High TRGs

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5
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What are the preventive goals in Atherosclerosis?

A

Statins for dyslipidemias

HgA1C

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