13. Abnormal accumulation of substances in the extracellular matrix. Mucoid edema. Fibrinoid. Hyalinosis

Question 1

What are Stromal Vascular Proteinous Degenerations?

Answer 1

AKA Mesenchymal Degenerations

Which DEVELOP in CT DUE to Metabolic Disturbances

Question 2

What 4 Ways do Stromal Vascular Degenerations Occur as?

Answer 2

1. Mucoid Swelling
2. Fibrinoid Changes
3. Hyalinosis
4. Amyloidosis

Question 3

What are the Causes for These Types (4) of Degenerations?

Answer 3

• Immunological + Autoimmune States
• Hypoxia
• Infections
• Hypertension
• Rheumatism
• Other Diseases of CT, accompanied by Immune Disturbances
• Allergic Diseases
• DM

Question 4

What Parts of the Body are involved with These Types of Degenerations?

Answer 4

• Arterial Walls
• Heart Valves
• Endocardium + Epicardium
• Articular CT

Question 5

Which of These Types of Degenerations are the Stages of Tissue Disorganisation?

Answer 5

1) Mucoid Swelling
2) Fibrinoid Changes
3) Hyalinosis