Cardiovascular System


PA27.1 Distinguish arteriosclerosis from atherosclerosis. Describe the pathogenesis and pathology of various causes and types of arteriosclerosis


PA27.2 Describe the etiology, dynamics, pathology types and complications of aneurysms including aortic aneurysms


PA27.3  Describe the etiology, types, stages pathophysiology, pathology and complications of heart failure


PA27.4Describe the etiology, pathophysiology, pathology, gross and microscopic features, criteria and complications of rheumatic fever


PA27.5 Describe the epidemiology, risk factors, etiology, pathophysiology, pathology, presentations, gross and microscopic features, diagnostic tests and complications of ischemic heart disease


PA27.6 Describe the etiology, pathophysiology, pathology, gross and microscopic features, diagnosis and complications of infective endocarditis


PA27.7 Describe the etiology, pathophysiology, pathology, gross and microscopic features, diagnosis and complications of pericarditis and pericardial effusion


PA27.8 Interpret abnormalities in cardiac function testing in acute coronary syndromes


PA27.9 Classify and describe the etiology, types, pathophysiology, pathology, gross and microscopic features, diagnosis and complications of cardiomyopathies


PA27.10 Describe the etiology, pathophysiology, pathology features and complications of syphilis on the cardiovascular system