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Why do people with diabetes have poor circulation?
Because the arterial walls begin to harden and plaque formation increases within the walls of the arteries.
What is the medical term meaning passage of a balloon catheter through the lumen of an occluded coronary vessel to compress plaque against the arterial walls?
Angioplasty or balloon angioplasty is the medical term meaning passage of a balloon catheter through the lumen of an occluded coronary vessel to compress plaque against the arterial walls.
What age do most people first have well-developed arterial plaque?
30 years old. -Personal Nutrition by Marie A. Boyle and Sara Long pg. 162
What is arthrosclerosis?
Atherosclerosis is the hardening of arterial walls due to plaque deposits. If the condition worsens and isn't treated, it can lead to a heart attack.
How would deposits on the walls of arteries affect the flow of blood moving through the body?
ANSWER:The clogging of the arteries is caused by several factors related to coronary artery disease when fatty deposits of cholesterol and other substances stick to the arterial walls and create plaque. In response to plaque build-up, cells in your artery walls multiply and secrete additional substances that can worsen the state of clogged arteries. As plaque deposits grow, a condition called atherosclerosis results. This condition causes the arteries to narrow and harden. Arterial plaque can reduce blood flow or, in some instances, block the artery. Clogged arteries greatly increase the likelihood of heart attack, stroke, and even death.
By what age do most people first have well developed arterial plaque?
Arterial plaque typically starts to develop in childhood and progresses over time. By age 20, most people already have some degree of arterial plaque buildup, which can increase the risk for heart disease and other cardiovascular issues later in life.
Are there heavy metals in arterial plaque?
Yes, studies have shown that heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, and mercury can accumulate in arterial plaque. These metals can come from sources such as pollution, cigarette smoke, and contaminated food or water. Their presence in arterial plaque may contribute to inflammation and oxidative stress, potentially worsening cardiovascular health.
In what part of the arterial wall does cholesterol plaque develop?
Under the endothelial layer.
What do you call the expansion and contraction of the arterial walls that can be felt in all the arteries near the surface of the skin?
The expansion and contraction of the arterial walls is the pulse.
Strength of arterial and capillary walls?
The arterial and capillary walls are incredibly strong. This is true otherwise you would be bleeding just by tapping yourself.
What is arterial plaque made of?
Cholesterol, other fatty acids, and calcium.
Compare the strength of arterial walls and capillary walls?
arterial walls has smooth muscle and elastic fibers (strong and flexible) and capillaries are made up of a single layer of endothelial cells (thin).
