7. Low temperature as a cause of disease Flashcards
1
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Local effects
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2
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4 stages of frostbite
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3
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General effect of frostbite
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Necrosis will lead to general effect. Toxaemia
4
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Hypothermia
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Failure of heat regulation — around 35˚C
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5
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Defense mechanisms against failing temperature
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6
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Changes in the organism in case of hypothermia
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7
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Baby pig disease
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Acute hypoglycaemia of the newborn pigs —> acute hypothermia
Body surface is relatively large, heat regulation is not perfect
8
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Baby pig disease
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Acute hypoglycaemia of the newborn pigs —> acute hypothermia
Body surface is relatively large, heat regulation is not perfect
