16. Respiratory Diseases: emphysema Flashcards
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emphysema
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abnormal dilation of alveoli, destruction of alveolar walls
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aetiology of emphysema (7)
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inflammation, chronic exposure to irritants, smoking, pollution, genetics, oxidants/antioxidants, proteases/antiproteases
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complications of emphysema (1)
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obstruction to airflow
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protease increase
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increase destruction of lung tissue –> emphysema
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antiprotease decrease
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decrease protection from proteases –> emphysema
