Arteriosclerosis

Question 1

Poor circulation leads to:

Answer 1

Decubitus ulcers; Odours; Gangrene (Dry/Wet); Amputation

Question 2

Narrow arteries may trap coagula

Answer 2

Fluid distribution = poor

Question 3

Can lead to ruptured aneurysm

Answer 3

Causes fluid loss -> multi-point injection

Question 4

Arteries may be too sclerosed to use

Answer 4

Femoral injection not recommended

Question 5

Treatment: Use R common carotid

Answer 5

Widest vessel

Question 6

Treatment: Use strong solutions

Answer 6

Ensures preservation despite poor distribution

Question 7

Treatment: Use fluid dyes

Answer 7

Allows tracing of distribution

Question 8

Treatment: Manipulate injection pressure/rate-of-flow

Answer 8

Maximize fluid distribution

Question 9

Treatment: Use co-injection fluids

Answer 9

Buffers, conditioners, surfactants

Question 10

Handle vessels carefully to minimize damage

Answer 10

Use ligatures instead of hemostats/clamps