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    • What is atherosclerosis defined as?
      Build-up of plaque in arteries
    • Atherosclerosis is the gradual build-up of plaque inside arterial walls, leading to hardened and narrowed arteries
    • High cholesterol levels are a common cause of atherosclerosis.
    • Stages in the formation of atherosclerotic plaque
      1️⃣ Endothelial damage
      2️⃣ LDL cholesterol infiltration
      3️⃣ Immune cell response
      4️⃣ Plaque build-up
      5️⃣ Plaque rupture
    • What type of cholesterol infiltrates the arterial wall after endothelial damage?
      LDLcholesterolLDL cholesterol
    • Macrophages engulf oxidized LDL cholesterol, transforming into foam cells
    • How does high blood pressure contribute to atherosclerosis?
      Damages arterial walls
    • Smoking damages arterial walls and increases cholesterol levels.
    • Match the risk factor with its explanation:
      High Cholesterol ↔️ Elevated LDL cholesterol contributes to plaque formation.
      High Blood Pressure ↔️ Damages endothelium, accelerating plaque build-up.
      Smoking ↔️ Damages arterial walls and increases cholesterol levels.
      Diabetes ↔️ Increases atherosclerosis risk by promoting inflammation.
    • What is ischaemia caused by in atherosclerosis?
      Reduced blood flow
    • Atherosclerosis involves the narrowing and hardening of arteries
    • What is the main cause of atherosclerosis?
      Narrowing of arteries
    • Ischaemia occurs when arteries narrow, reducing blood flow to organs.
    • A heart attack is caused by the blockage of coronary arteries
    • What happens to the brain during a stroke caused by atherosclerosis?
      Brain tissue death
    • Match the prevention or management strategy with its benefit:
      Lifestyle Modifications ↔️ Reduces risk factors
      Medical Treatments ↔️ Manages blood pressure
    • Statins are used to manage cholesterol levels in atherosclerosis, which helps prevent blood clots
    • Lifestyle modifications can reduce the need for medical treatments in managing atherosclerosis.
    • What are the main goals of atherosclerosis prevention strategies?
      Reduce risk factors
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