Vascular Disease Flashcards
Atherosclerosis
1
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Clinical symptoms of arterial blockages
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Coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke, pulmonary blockage, peripheral arterial disease
2
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Result of plaques in arteries
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Less oxygenated blood delivered downstream of the block
3
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What is atherosclerosis
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Fat and lipid laden plaque or lesions in the arterial wall
4
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What factors increase blockage in major arteries
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Age, diet, exercise, alcohol, smoking
5
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What causes atherosclerosis
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Accumulation of lipid particles in walls of arteries
6
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“Good” cholesterol
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HDL
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