4.5 Embolism Flashcards
1
Q
What is embolism?
A
An intravascular mass that travels and occludes a blood vessels
2
Q
What are the most common types of embolism?
A
- Thrombo-embolus
3
Q
How can you identify atherosclerotic emboli?
A
Cholesterol Clefts
4
Q
When are fat emboli found?
A
With bone fracture
5
Q
What is the most common source of pulmonary embolism?
A
DVT
6
Q
What type of pulmonary embolism can cause sudden death?
A
Saddle Embolus
