Vessel Damage & MI Flashcards
1
Q
What is an aneurysm?
A
Abnormal “balloon-like’ dilation of the airways
2
Q
Complications of aneurysm
A
Rupture
Thrombosis
Embolism
3
Q
What is an arterial dissection?
A
Tearing of tunica media becomes trapped a creates a bulge blocking the artery
4
Q
Causes of aortic dissection?
A
Atheroma Hypertension Trauma Coarctation Marfan's Pregnancy
5
Q
What is cardiac fibrosis?
A
Loss of cardiac myocytes
Replaced by fibrous tissue
Loss of contractility
Reduced elasticity and filling
