Vascular conditions Flashcards

1
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Describe virchows triad

A

1 - change in flow
2- change in coagulation
3 - change in vascular integrity

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2
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What occurs if virchows triad compromised?

A

thrombus

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3
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What is a thrombus?

A

A blood clot formed within the vasculature

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4
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What is an embolus?

A

Any substance creating an impediment to blood flow

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5
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Describe types of embolus:

A
Thrombus
air bubble
atherosclerotic plaque
fat cells
tumour
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