Disorder of the Vascular System Flashcards
1
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enlargement of the artery due to the weakening of the artery wall
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aneurysm
2
Q
hardening of the artery wall due to aging
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arteriosclerosis
3
Q
formation of plaques in the inner walls
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atherosclerosis
4
Q
clot or bubble that causes obstruction of an artery
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embolism
5
Q
obstruction that is carried and lodged in a vessel
A
embolus
6
Q
swollen veins in the area of the anus
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hemorrhoids
7
Q
inflammation of the veins particularly the wall
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phlebitis
8
Q
swelling of the veins of the legs that usually occurs during pregnancy
A
thrombophlebitis
9
Q
blood clot that impedes blood flow
A
thrombus
10
Q
usually found in the legs, these are veins that have been twisted and enlarged
A
varicose veins
