Which of the following complications of diabetes is termed "macrovascular"?
A) Retinopathy
B) Stroke
C) Nephropathy
D) Renal failure
Ans: B
Feedback: Myocardial infarction and stroke are considered macrovascular complications of diabetes mellitus, while peripheral neuropathy is related to the effects of elevated blood glucose levels over a period of years directly affecting the nerves. Microvascular complications include diabetic retinopathy and nephropathy.
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