1. Not to be confused with atherosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis
Not to be confused with atherosclerosis

2. Arteriosclerosis
Also known as medial sclerosis or hardening of the arteries
Not usually an occlusion problem

3. Calcium deposits in the tunica media and atheroma (if present)
The calcium interrupts the elastic fibers of the media (traverses the media)
Problem?

4. Acts like a clamp on fibers affecting the expansion of the vessels
Contributes to hypertension

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7. Is more often seen in older individuals
Not nearly as common as atherosclerosis, but often a person has both

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