Final answer:
Hypertension is typically a precursor to atherosclerosis, not a consequence, unlike aneurysms, transient ischemic attacks, and angina, which can be direct results of atherosclerosis.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question you're asking is about the possible consequences of atherosclerosis, which is the buildup of fatty plaques in the arteries. Most of the conditions you've listed — aneurysm of the aorta, transient ischemic attack, and angina — can indeed result from atherosclerosis. However, hypertension (high blood pressure) is typically a precursor and risk factor for atherosclerosis, rather than a result of it. Therefore, hypertension can lead to arteriosclerosis and thus promote it, but it is not typically caused by atherosclerosis itself.
Aneurysms of the aorta can occur when the artery wall weakens due to the pressure from plaques. Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and angina are symptoms of restricted blood flow, often due to plaque build-up in arteries that supply the brain and heart, respectively. On the other hand, factors like a high-fat diet, high cholesterol, obesity, and diabetes contribute to the development of atherosclerosis, which in turn can worsen pre-existing hypertension.