Cardiac Pathology Lesson 3:

Vascular and Valvular Pathology


Objectives

  • Be able to describe the stages of atherosclerosis

  • Learn the basics of the histologic findings of an aortic dissection

  • Be able to differentiate endocarditis versus pericarditis


To Do List:

  • Take pre-module quiz

  • Watch assigned videos

  • Take post-lesson quiz


Pre-lesson assessment


Pathophysiology of Atherosclerosis


Histopathology of Atherosclerosis


Histopathology of Aorta with Fatty Streak


Aorta Pathology - Aortic Dissection


Valvular Pathology - Endocarditis


Bacterial Pericarditis


Acute Fibrinous Pericarditis

Post-module assessment:

Congratulations on finishing this module! In order to get your course certificate, please complete the exam and satisfaction survey linked below.

The exam will consist of 7 questions with a short feedback section at the beginning. You will have TWO attempts to take the quiz and pass with a score of 60% or higher. If you do not receive your certificate with 10 minutes of completing your exam, please contact us.