Hypertension probably contributes to atherosclerosis by

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Hypertension causes injury to the artery walls, which can lead to inflammation and the accumulation of plaque that contributes to atherosclerosis. Dilation of arteries (A) can actually be a protective mechanism against hypertension. Hypertension can influence cholesterol levels (B) but it does not contribute directly to atherosclerosis through this mechanism. While hypertension can affect sodium balance in the body (D), this does not directly contribute to atherosclerosis.

Hypertension Probably Contributes to Atherosclerosis by