Angiology Angiology Study of blood vessels 1 / 10 What is the medical term for the formation of blood clots within the deep veins of the legs? Peripheral artery disease (PAD) Atherosclerosis Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Varicose veins 2 / 10 Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? Heart attack Stroke Pulmonary embolism Kidney failure 3 / 10 Which of the following is a common symptom of chronic venous insufficiency? Leg swelling and pain Chest pain Shortness of breath Rapid heartbeat 4 / 10 Which of the following conditions is characterized by the formation of bulging, twisted veins, usually in the legs? Aneurysm Atherosclerosis Varicose veins Thrombophlebitis 5 / 10 Which blood vessels have valves to prevent backward flow of blood? Veins Arteries Lymphatic vessels Capillaries 6 / 10 Which imaging technique is commonly used to diagnose deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? Echocardiogram Electrocardiogram (ECG) Doppler ultrasound Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 7 / 10 What is the recommended treatment for acute arterial occlusion? Compression stockings Surgical bypass Lifestyle modifications Medication to dissolve blood clots 8 / 10 Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing peripheral artery disease (PAD)? High levels of HDL cholesterol Hypertension Smoking Diabetes 9 / 10 What is the primary function of arteries in the circulatory system? Carry nutrients to the liver Carry deoxygenated blood to the heart Carry oxygenated blood to the body tissues Carry waste products to the kidneys 10 / 10 Which of the following is a branch of medicine that deals with the study of blood vessels and lymphatic system? Neurology Angiology Hematology Cardiology Your score isThe average score is 0% LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte 0% Restart quiz
