What is the characteristic histological finding in 'Hyaline Arteriolosclerosis'?
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Correct answer: Homogeneous eosinophilic arteriolar wall thickening
Hyaline arteriolosclerosis is associated with benign hypertension and diabetes. It results from plasma protein leakage across injured endothelium and increased smooth muscle matrix synthesis.
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