Infections On Surfaces Flashcards
1
Q
Name 4 processes in the pathogenesis of infection at surfaces
A
Adherence to host cells or a prosthetic surface
Biofilm formation
Invasion and multiplication
Host response (pyogenic or granulomatous)
2
Q
Name four ways people get infections
A
Invasion
Migration
Innoculation
Haematogenous (through blood)
3
Q
Name 6 examples of externalnatural surface infections and 5 internal
A
External:cellulitis, pharyngitis, conjunctivitis, gastroenteritis, uti, pneumonia
Internal: Endocarditis, Vascularisitis, septic arthritis, osteomyelitis, empyema
4
Q
Name 4 examples of prosthetic surface infection sites
A
Prosthetic joint Vardiac valves Catheters Pacing wires Ventriculo-peritoneal shunts
