Which one of the following is incorrect for atherosclerlsis ?

Options

A. Construction of arterial lumen reduces the blood flow
B. Loss of dilation ability of the arterial wall and its rupture
C. Cholesterol deposition at the inner wall of the artery
D. none of these

Answer

D

Explanation

Atherosclearosis is the deposition of fatty substances especially cholesterol and triglycerides in the wall of the arteries. Such a deposition is called a plaque which gradually grows and as a result the lumen of the artery decreases and the flow of the blood is reduced. Sclerosis means hardening.