The Basic Pathophysiological Change Associated with Essential Hypertension Is

question 12

Multiple Choice

The basic pathophysiological change associated with essential hypertension is:

• A) development of lipid plaques in large arteries.
• B) recurrent inflammation and fibrosis in peripheral arteries.
• C) degeneration and loss of elasticity in arteries.
• D) increased systemic vasoconstriction.

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