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A 55-yeаr-оld mаn presents tо the clinic with cоmplаints of chest pain. He states that for the past 5 months he has noted intermittent substernal chest pressure radiating to the left arm. The pain occurs primarily when exercising vigorously and is relieved with rest. He denies associated shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, or diaphoresis. He has a medical history significant for hypertension and hyperlipidemia. He is taking atenolol for his high blood pressure and is eating a low-cholesterol diet. His family history is notable for a father who died of myocardial infarction at age 56 years. He has a 50-pack-year smoking history and is currently trying to quit. His physical examination is within normal limits with the exception of his blood pressure, which is 145/95 mm Hg, with a heart rate of 75 bpm. Questions What is the likely diagnosis? How would you classify his diagnosis clinically? What are the most common causes of this disease? Which is the most likely in this patient? What are this patient’s risk factors? What is the pathogenetic mechanism by which plaque formation results in the symptoms mentioned?

A 72-yeаr-оld mаn presents tо the emergency depаrtment with acute оnset of right-sided weakness. The patient was eating breakfast when he suddenly lost strength on the right side of his body such that he was unable to move his right arm or leg. He also noted a loss of sensation in the right arm and leg and difficulty speaking. His wife called 911, and he was brought to the emergency department. His medical history is remarkable for long-standing hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and recently diagnosed coronary artery disease. On physical examination, his blood pressure is 190/100 mm Hg. Neurologic examination is notable for right facial droop and a dense right hemiparesis. A Babinski reflex is present on the right. CT scan of the brain shows no evidence of hemorrhage. The patient is admitted to the neurologic ICU. Questions What is the diagnosis? Which artery or vascular territory is apt to be involved? What are some risk factors for this condition? What are the possible mechanisms by which this man developed these focal neurologic deficits? Which are most likely in this patient? Why? What underlying disorder may be responsible? How does it result in this condition?