Effusion Flashcards
Causes an increase in fluid between the membranes due to the disruption of the mechanisms of serous fluid formation and reabsorption
Effusion
Effusions that form because of a systemic disorder that disrupts the balance in the regulation of fluid filtration and reabsorption
Transudate
Example of transudates
Congestive heart failure
Hypoproteinemia
Produced by conditions that directly involve the membranes of the particular cavity
Exudates
Examples of exudates
Infections and malignancies
Congestive heart failure
Salt and fluid retention
Increased Capillary Hydrostatic Pressure
Nephrotic syndrome
Hepatic cirrhosis
Malnutrition
Protein-losing enteropathy
Decreased Oncotic Pressure
Microbial infections
Malignancy
Membrane inflammations
Increased Capillary Permeability
Infection and inflammation
Thoracic duct injury
Malignant tumors, lymphomas
Lymphatic Obstruction