the endothelium is the inner most linning of the artery vessel. Or better known as the Intima..... The tunica intima, the innermost layer, consists of an inner surface of smooth endothelium covered by a surface of elastic tissues
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Carotid endarterectomy is the process to remove the plaque on the lining of a clogged carotid artery.
Coarctation of the aorta and Aortic Stenosis both describe narrowing of the aorta.Narrowing of the aorta is called Aortic Stenosis. Commonly caused by plaque buildup known as atherosclerosis.
The endothelial lining of an artery cannot contract, so when an artery constricts, its endothelium is thrown into folds that give arterial sections a pleated appearance.Arteries are more resilient: When stretched, they keep their shape and elongate, and when released, they snap back.
There are receptors on the lining of the carotid artery that sense a change in blood pressure. When they are stimulated, they can cause a drop in blood pressure/heart rate.
the medical term for inflammation of a joint and cartilage is arthrochondritis.Sounds like it could be arthritis You should speak with your doctor as the results of leaving arthritis untreated can lead to serous joint damage, or in the case of rheumatoid arthritis to problems with other organs and and tissues as well.