Question

Hardening of the wall of small arteries is known as:

• A. Thrombosis
• B. Arteriosclerosis
• C. Atherosclerosis
• D. Heart attack

Answer 1

The correct option is B Arteriosclerosis

Arteriosclerosis refers to the group of disorders that cause thickening, hardening, and loss of elasticity in small atrial walls. Causes for arteriosclerosis include old age, genetic causes, and deposition of cholesterol under the endothelium of arteries. Its effects include reduced blood circulation, heart attack, hypertension, stroke, angina (chest pain).

So, the correct answer is 'Arteriosclerosis'.