Pathology Flashcards
1
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Process Determining Unstable Plaque Formation
A
Synth and degradation of collagen
2
Q
Subendocardial vs. Transmural Infarction
A
Subendo has necrosis limited to inner 1/3 to 1/2 due to reduction in blood flow (usually not complete occlusion)
Transmural is entire wall, usually from complete obstruction
3
Q
Danger like 3-7 days Post-MI
A
Have all the inflammatory necrotic stuff going on, like PMNs and macs eating shit and repairing, making tissue soft and possibly rupturing
4
Q
Ventricular Aneurysm
A
Late complication from large transmural infarct. Over time, scar gets stretched out and can bulge. Rarely ruptures though
5
Q
Sudden Cardiac Death
A
Ultimate mech usually due to lethal arrhythmia triggered by e- instability of ischemic myocardium
