The incidence of cerebrovascular events and peripheral vascular disease events is similar in patients with RA compared to non-RA subjects. Among patients with RA, the incidence of noncardiac vascular disease has remained stable in recent decades. Copyright Â© 2012 by the American College of Rheumatology.
Definition of homeostasis. : a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group striving to achieve homeostasis.
11. Homeostasis is the body process that attempts to maintain balance of internal environment variables such as pH, temperature, and blood sugar levels because cells and organs function properly in only a narrow range of conditions. 12.All cells have a cell membrane.he body attempts to maintain internal temperatures within this range though the process of homeostasis. However, in cases of exposure to extreme heat or cold, the homeostatic balance is disturbed, and cell die-off, organ damage, or even death can result. 2.