Thromboembolism Flashcards
1
Q
What is an Embolism?
A
Blood clot breaks loose and blocks a blood vessel
2
Q
Complication of Myocardial disease in cats
A
Thromboembolism
3
Q
When Thromboembolisms develop in cats with Myocardial Disease, where does the clot form?
A
Within the left side of the heart
4
Q
After a Thromboembolism dislodges from the left side of the heart, it becomes trapped elsewhere in the body. Where do 90% of these Thromboembolisms lodge?
A
The Distal Aortic Trifurcation
5
Q
A Thromboembolism lodged in the Distal Aortic Trifurcation results in a condition known as what?
A
Saddle Thrombis
6
Q
What are the signs of Saddle Thrombis? 3
A
- Hindlimb pain and paresis
- Cold, blueish footpads
- Lack of palpable pulses in rear limbs
7
Q
Diagnosis of Thromboembolism
A
Clinical signs
8
Q
Treatment of Thromboembolism
A
tPA or Heparin to dissolve the Thrombus
9
Q
Prophylactic treatment of Thromboembolism
A
Low dose aspirin
