Oedema Flashcards
1
Q
What is oedema
A
Accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space
2
Q
Interstitial fluid
A
Where the exchange of oxygen and nutrients between blood and body cells occurs
3
Q
Lymphatic system
A
Drains excess fluid as lymph to prevent the accumulation of interstitial fluid
4
Q
Causes of oedema
A
Raised capillary pressure
Lymphatic insufficiency
Inflammation
