Question
An association of which of the following bacteria has been suggested with the condition represented by the picture below?
A. Staphylococcus Aureus.
B. Streptococcus Pneumoniae.
C. Chlamydia Pneumoniae.
D. Aspergillus Fumigatus.
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Correct Answer » C Explanation |
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The condition shown by the picture above represents atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory and healing response of the arterial wall to endothelial injury.
Evidence for Chlamydia Pneumoniae thus far presents the strongest association with human atherosclerosis.