Parsa-Abnormalities of Blood Supply Flashcards

1
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describe edema?

A

when there is excess accumulation of fluid in the interstitial tissue space

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does colloid osmotic (oncotic) pressure draw fluid out?

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no it draws it in. (hydrostatic pressure draws it out)

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3
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what are examples of localized edema?

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inflammation, allergic reaction, venous obstruction and lymphatic obstruction

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4
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what are examples of generalized edema?

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congestive heart failure, hypoproteinemia and sodium retention

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5
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what is the term that describes severe edema that arises throughout the entire body?

A

anasarca

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what does transudate describe?

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non-inflammatory edema casued by increased hydrostatic pressure, decreased oncotic pressure or lymphatic obstruction

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what does exudate describe?

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inflammatory edema due to either the action of inflammatory mediators or direct vascular damage resulting in increased permeability

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