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burn injuries

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caused by a trauma injury
burn injuries cause an inflammatory response
- in the skin
- in other integumentary structures

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6 functions of the skin

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protection : 1st line of defence -physical barrier
body temperature regulation
cutaneous sensation
metabolic functions (vitamin D activation)
blood reservoir
excretion

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Burn pathophysiology

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burns are caused through
direct contact with excessive heat, radiation, caustic chemicals or electricity
- heat will denature proteins causing irreversible cellular damage

all burns result in acute inflammatory response

burn severity is correlated with exposure type and time of the affected surface area

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Burn pathophysiology classification

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superficial partial thickness (first degree)

epidermal damage only
vasodilation of dermal blood vessels
increased capillary permeability
- localised redness, warmth, oedema (swelling) pain

do not result in cell necrosis or scarring

extracellular matrix remains intact

healing is rapid

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Deep partial thickness( second degree) burns

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epidermal and upper dermal damage
epidermal and dermal layers separate 
- fluid accumulates, blisters appear
loss of function: 1st line of defence
Tissue necrosis are common, tissue fibrosis, scarring
healing occurs within 2-4weeks
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Full thickness (3rd degree) burns

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entire thickness of skin involved
-epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous
skin gray- white, cherry red, or blackened
not painful (nerve ending destroyed)
healing is difficult due to extensive tissue loss
skin grafting usually necessary
regeneration of epithelial cells impaired
scarring is extensive
loss of elasticity leads to contractors

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loss of skin function: multiple complications (in severe burns)

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microorganism invasion
-infection
body fluids shifts 
- impaired blood circulation, oedema (swelling) 
dehydration and electrolyte imbalance 
- leads to renal shutdown and circulatory shock 
overwhelming metabolic demand 
- increased risk of malnutrition
temperature regulation problems
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Burn pathophysiology cont’

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significant hemodynamic changes - changes in the flow of blood in tissues and organs

poor perfusion

  • problematic for vital organs
  • constant flow of oxygen required

inadequate blood in circulation can lead to hypovolemic shock

fluid volume replacement required

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Access for microorganisms in burns means

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significant risk for sepsis development
- bacterial infection of the blood
significant risk for septic shock
- massive inflammatory response due to bacterial toxins in blood

in full thickness burns : dead tissue and exudate convert into an eschar

  • thick coagulated crust made from dead skin
  • requires surgical removal to prevent further microorganism growth within the dead tissue

extensive demand on metabolic and reparative processes

  • increased energy, oxygen, protein needs
  • not sufficient nutrients available will lead to tissue wasting, hypoxia and infection
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burn diagnosis

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wound depths are classified according to the affected tissue layers

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brun clinical manifestations

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depend on depth of burn injury

superficial- partial thickness burns show the 5 signs of inflammation

deep partial thickness burns
- blistering occurs, erythema, pain, oedema, serous exudate

full thickness burns

  • erythema, eschar, oedema, exudate
  • destroyed nerve endings inhibit pain response from burn penetration area
  • not pain free : nearby tissue suffer from partial thickness burn
  • pain perception according to bull’s eye
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surface area of 9

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slide 15

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critical burn if

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> 25% of body has second degree burns or
10% of body has third degree OR
if the face, hands, feet or respiratory passages bear third degree burns

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burn treatment

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increased survival rates

minor and moderate burns

  • remove source of injury
  • stop burning process
  • chemical burns flushed with plenty of water
  • wound can be cleared with water
  • antimicrobial ointment applied
  • dressing

changing dressing frequently helps debridement

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what is debridement

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the mechanical removal of debris and necrotic tissue

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burn treatment for moderate and major burns

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emergency medical admission
includes any third degree burns to the face, hands, feet or respiratory system

respiratory passageway burns may lead to suffocation
-specialised intervention

initial focus
-stabilise airways, breathing and circulation
- fluids : replace water and sodium, restore circulation
nutrition: increased metabolic demand
antibiotics : infection
analgesics : pain management

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wound management for major burns

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removing necrotic tissue
closing wounds
preventing infection
hydrotherapy to cleanse the wound, remove dead tissue and exudate
skin grafting for full thickness burns
- full thickness burns use the replacement healing process
- unable to undergo re-epithelialisation
-transplanted tissue supports cellular regeneration
-decrease infection
-minimise scarring

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long term rehab (tertiary prevention)

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severe scarring
contractures (shortening and hardening of tissues) 
deformity and immobility 
chronic pain 
depression, psychological issues
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What is arthritis

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inflammatory disorders that involves damage to articular cartilages of synovial joints

acute forms of arthritis : caused by bacteria via traumatic joint wound - treated with antibiotics

arthritis caused by chronic inflammation
- RA
-Gouty arthritis
OA is not caused by inflammation

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function of synovial joints

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articulation : site where two or more bones meet
function of joints
-give skeleton mobility
-hold skeleton together

synovial joints

  • highly vascular
  • two layer synovial membrane
    • connective tissue layer
    • synovial cell layer : fluid production
  • bone separated by fluid filled joint cavity
  • freely movable
  • include limb joints; most joints of body

common target for inflammation

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RA pathophysiology

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RA is systemic autoimmune disease
chronic inflammation of synovial membranes and synovial hyperplasia
-increased synovial fluid production
-swelling and thickening of synovial membrane
-joint erosion
-pain

onset between 36-50 years

RA affect 0.8% of adults worldwide
F= 3x more

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autoimmune =

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the immune system attacking healthy tissue

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Etiology of RA

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involves a combination of

  • genetic susceptibility
  • environmental factors are also linked to RA (eg. smoking, infections)
  • immune triggering event (currently unknown)
  • subsequent autoimmunity against synovial cells

lymphocytes and plasma cells (WBCs) in the synovial membrane and cartilage produce antibodies
- our circulating antibodies in our immune system bind to these antibodies(or other antigens or proteins in the synovial membrane)
these complexes of antibodies and antigens form immune complexes and present in the synovial
these immune complexes trigger the complement system and exaggerate the inflammatory response

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excess production/release of inflammatory mediators means

RA patho

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vascular response/cellular response of inflammation
production of destructive enzymes, health tissue damage
synovial cells adapt to this damaging environment through rapid regeneration ( hyperplasia)

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synovium is altered and causes what RA patho
mild oedema accumulation of cells of chronic inflammation acceleration of angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation) accumulation of fibrin (fibrous protein in connective tissue) At this point, minimal damage to the joint
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remissions and exacerbations for RA
pannus formation : granulation tissue - formed over inflamed synovium - pannus produce enzymes that break down cartilage and erode adjacent bone - irreversible erosion process Fibroblasts try to replace damaged connective tissue layer : lead to fibrosis in the joint capsule -impaired and debilitating fixation of joint : ankylosis limited joint movement leads to decreased workload -- muscle tissue atrophy inflammatory cells irritate surrounding muscle - muscle spasm
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RA clinical manifestations
``` Most RA inset is insidious Severity : mild to debilitating joint swelling is symmetric and widespread - any number of joints pain and stiffness redness, heat and swelling decreased mobility ``` malalignment/deviation is common for long standing RA -combination of cartilage, bone erosion and fibrosis systemic manifestations during exacerbations - low grade fever, fatigue, anorexia, weight loss, weakness - granulomas (nodules) can form on blood vessels
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RA diagnostic criteria
no definitive test ``` history and P/E -morning joint stiffness lasting over 1 hour arthritis of 3 or more joints areas arthritis of the hand joints symmetric arthritis rheumatoid nodules ``` several diagnostic tests increased likelihood with positive findings: Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) : elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) : elevated Presence of rheumatoid factor (IgG) Presence of antinuclear antibodies (ANA) Presence of inflammatory products in synovial fluid radiographic visualisation of joint damage many of the tests are not specific -false positives and false negatives
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RA treatment
balance between pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approach pharmacologic : -drugs that induce remission -anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Immunosuppressant drugs (DMARDs- disease modifying antihirheumatic drugs) Non-Pharmacologic - rest/activity balance (to suppress inflammation) - physical therapy exercises to promote joint mobility, physiotherapy - splints to allow joint to rest and prevent deformities - heat/cold therapy (to suppress inflammation) - surgery : synovial membrane removal, joint replacement
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function of the stomach
organ of protection : first line of defence -very acidic environment - pH 1.5-3.5 digestion -gastric secretions - mucus, gastric acid, enzymes, hormones, intrinsic factors absorption: water and alcohol cells form tight junction - protect tissues against corrosive gastric acid
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acute gastritis
inflammation in the gastric mucosa cause : ingestion of irritating substances (medications, alcohol, microorganisms) -develops over short period -reversible if causative agent removed
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acute gastritis pathophysiology
ingestion of irritating substances and/or poor gastric perfusion results in acute inflammation of the gastric mucosa gastric epithelial cell become necrotic gastric acid erodes underlying tissue acute inflammatory response - mild erythema (redness) - severe gastric perforation - gastric acid escape and corrodes nearby tissue
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acute gastritis clinical manifestations
``` dependant on severity - mild to severe abdominal pain -ingestion (heartburn) loss of appetite nausea vomiting mild haemorrhage and vomiting blood ``` severe haemorrhage and perforation : lead to shock and medical emergency
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Acute gastritis diagnosis
history and P/E - medication taking (aspirin/NSAIDs) alcohol, contaminated food - other potential causes of ischemia - abdominal tenderness endoscopic examination : presence ulcers in the mucosa stool analysis (presence of blood in stool) haemoglobin/ hematocrits level, complete blood count (anaemia)
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Acute gastritis treatment
prevent the injury (discontinue ingestion of irritating substances) buffer or decrease production of gastric acid prognosis is good
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chronic gastritis
unrelenting injury - chronic infection : helicobacter pylori - autoimmunity Gastric epithelial and mucosal cell atrophy gastric acid production impaired
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helicobacter pylori is most prevalent
asia developing countries 50% of world's population has been infected pathological effect occur in 10-20% infected individuals
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H. Pylori : gram negative bacteria
person to person, saliva, stool ingested and multiplies on epithelial surface and mucus barrier produce enzyme that neutralises the pH 1.5-3.5 gastric acid H. pylori survives and produces toxin toxins destroy mucosal barrier - injury
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intense inflammation triggered (CG pathophysiology)
neutrophils, macrophages try to contain the infection ongoing phagocytosis, immune response triggered H.Pylori is contained in the epithelial cells - no erosion of the gastric mucosa -epithelial cells and glands adapt and atrophy -gastric acid production and secretion is impaired
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Chronic gastritis autoimmune pathophysiology
parietal cell secrete HCI) - antibodies against parietal cells : gastric acid secretion impaired intrinsic factor (IF) is needed for B12 absorption -antibodies against IF: B12 absorption is impaired - B12 required to promote DNA synthesis in RBCs impaired DNA synthesis -- decrease in RBCs Low haemoglobin levels -pernicious anaemia (pernicious = deadly)
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chronic gastritis clinical manifestations
``` H.Pylori infection - most infected : symptomatic carrier - pathological effect occur in 10-20% of infected individuals -dyspepsia (vague discomfort of the upper abdomen or chest) nausea heartburn loss of appetite vomiting ``` autoimmune - can be asymptomatic - first sign : pernicious anaemia (deficiency in intrinsic factor, unable to absorb B12, abnormal RBCs production) - -- weakness, fatigue, light-headedness - dyspepsia, vague abdominal pain, vomiting, anorexia, nausea
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Chronic gastritis diagnosis
H.Pylori - endoscopic examination - biopsy of gastric tissue - breath test for presence of a specific enzyme - - H.Pylori breaks urea into NH3 and CO2 - - CO2 content measured - Presence of antibodies in blood autoimmune - biopsy of gastric tissue and histologic examination - antiparietal or anti-intrinsic factor antibodies in blood - - existing autoimmune process - low B12 level in blood
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Chronic gastritis treatment
H.Pylori infection multiple antibiotics for chronic infectious processes proton pump inhibitors (raise pH) to help healing H.Pylori can lead to chronic ulcers and gastric cancer Autoimmune - immunosuppressive drugs - administration of B12 intramuscularly - autoimmune gastritis can lead to gastric cancer
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inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
chronic, relapsing inflammatory bowel disorders of unknown origin (idiopathic) - genetic aetiology - autoimmunity (immune reactions to intestinal flora) - alterations of epithelial barrier functions - abnormal cell responses in the immune system most common in small and large intestines -can occur anywhere in the GI tract most common form of IBD - Crohn's disease - ulcerative colitis
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Function of the small intestine
primary function : digestion and absorption - enzymes of villi : digestion - epithelium of mucosa : absorption - lamina propria : infection-fighting, immune response - Labile cells : cells divide
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Crohn's disease pathophysiology
idiopathic chronic inflammatory disease -family history, environmental factors (smoking, diet, microorganisms) affects any part of the digestive tract from mouth to anus most common in small intestine recurrent condition
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cont' pathophysiology of Crohn's
28000 in australia non-continuous penetrating ulcerations and fibrosis (skip lesions) ulcerations can produce longitudinal and transverse inflammatory tissues that extend into the lymphatics
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Crohn disease patho pt. 3
inflammation begins in the mucosa and submucosa - increased permeability and vascular changes - oedema and fibrosis - cellular response - granulomas form to wall off effected areas -bowel segment become further inflamed -interior surface thicken - oedema, fibrosis, granuloma - can lead to bowel obstruction - ingested food can't pass through - critical condition -ulcers (due to poor perfusion) form and lead to - fistula : abnormal passage between 2 segments of bowel or epithelial tissue - abscess : pocket of purulent exudate, containing pus external surfaces can form adhesions, limiting bowel function
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Crohn disease clinical manifestations
``` rapid stool transition time intestinal oedema fibrosis loss of absorptive function symptoms depend on location of affected area - abdominal pain - diarrhoea -malnutrition -blood in stool - bowel obstruction systemic manifestations - fever - weight loss - fatigue - anaemia may result from malabsorption of vitamin B12 and folic acid ```
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Crohn disease diagnostic criteria
history and P/E - difficult to differentiate from ulcerative colitis - similar risk factors and theories of causations as ulcerative colitis endoscopic examination to check mucosa involvement radiography/CT to check abscesses, fistulas, obstruction stool cultures to rule out infection
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Crohn disease treatment
treatment is symptomatic (symptom management) pharmacologic treatment - suppress inflammation - suppress immune response dietary changes - acid foods that irritate bowel - during exacerbation - high in calories and protein - low in fat and fibre surgical treatment - remove damaged bowel - repairs fistula increased risk of colorectal cancer
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ulcerative colitis
chronic inflammatory disease of the colon - only in large intestine - does not affect other GI tract - mainly mucosal layer (can extend to submucosa) idiopathic disease - suggested causes : infectious, immunologic (anticolon antibiotics), dietary, genetic australia : around 33000
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UC pathophysiology
chronic inflammation begins in rectum and ascends the descending colon continous superficial areas of ulcerations (does not skip) - inflammation invades superficial mucosa : friability (easily bleeds) mucosa erythematous and granular hemorrhagic lesions, abscesses, necrotic tissue, ulceration -repeated cycle of ulceration alternating with the deposition of granulation tissue during the healing phase - pseudopolyps raised inflammatory tissue perforation, obstruction, and massive haemorrhaging can result
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UC clinical manifestations
symtoms are related to large intestine irritability and friability functional losses are related to the extent of inflammation most common symptoms - diarrhoea -rectal bleeding -abdominal pain ``` systemic manifestations fever weight loss fatigue anaemia ```
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UC diagnosis
History and PE -diarrhoea (10 to 20/day) bloody stool, cramping -severity is based on the number of bowel movement with rectal bleeding mild- <4 day no systemic manifestations moderate - >4 day no systemic manifestations severe - >4 days, systemic manifestations, low blood albumin endoscopic examination : mucosal erythema (redness) radiographs - colonic dilation, ulceration, perforation, obstruction complete blood count (anaemia)
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UC treatment
``` treatment is symptomatic (symptoms management) pharmacologic treatment - suppress inflammation - suppress immune response -antidiarrheal medication ``` ``` dietary changes - healthy diet (avoid milk, caffeine, spicy food) -adequate fluid intake Surgical treatment - if perforation or obstruction occur ``` increased risk of colon cancer, higher than crohn's
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differential diagnosis crohn;s and UC
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