Question

Which of these diseases make the lumen of arteries narrower?

• A. Atherosclerosis
• B. Hypertension
• C. Angina
• D. Heart failure

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Atherosclerosis

• Atherosclerosis or Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) leads to the narrowing of the lumen of arteries.

• This occurs due to the deposition of cholesterol, fibrous tissue and calcium in the coronary arteries.