Match the term with the appropriate description.
-arteriosclerosis
A)a bulge (a weak spot)in the artery wall
B)degenerative changes in arteries
C)an overstretching of the veins of the lower extremities
D)inflammation of the veins
E)small vessels that supply nutrients to large arteries
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Question

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Arteriosclerosis refers to degenerative changes in arteries.

Answer: A
 A bulge in the artery wall is called an aneurysm.

Answer: C
 An overstretching of the veins of the lower extremities is called varicose veins.

Answer: D
 Inflammation of the veins is called phlebitis.

Answer: E
 Small vessels that supply nutrients to large arteries are called vasa vasorum.

Match the Term with the Appropriate Description