Thrombosis, embolism, ischaemia and infarction - 31/10 Flashcards
1
Q
Define thrombosis
A
Solid mass of blood constituents formed within intact vascular system during life
2
Q
What are the 3 components of the triangle which makes up reasons for thrombosis.
A
Changes in vessel wall
Change in blood flow
Changes in blood constituents
3
Q
Define embolus
A
Mass of material in the vascular system able to become lodged within vessel and block it
4
Q
Define ischaemia
A
Reduction in blood flow
5
Q
Define infarction
A
Reduction in blood flow with subsequent death of cells
6
Q
Which organs in the body have a dual blood supply?
A
Lungs
Liver
Some parts of brain
