Pathology The characteristic lesion of atherosclerosis is A Fibrinoid necrosis of the media B Giant cell reaction in the retina and internal elastic lamina C Organised thrombus in the affected segment D 'Fibro-fatty' lesion in the intima of the blood vessels 💡 Explanation The characteristic lesion of atherosclerosis is ✓ Correct Answer: D. 'Fibro-fatty' lesion in the intima of the blood vessels