CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE Flashcards
(12 cards)
1
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outline the anatomy of the liver
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2
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what are the functions of the liver?
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3
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what parameters do you look at when examining the liver?
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4
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what is chronic liver disease?
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5
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causes of CLD
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6
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what is budd chiari syndrome
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Budd-Chiari syndrome (BCS) is a rare disorder characterized by obstruction of blood flow out of the liver, specifically through the hepatic veins. This obstruction can be caused by a blood clot or other blockage anywhere along the venous path from the small hepatic veins to the inferior vena cava.
7
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pathophysiology of CLD
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8
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signs and symptoms of CLD
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9
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history taking for CLD
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10
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physical examination for CLD
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11
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complications of CLD
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