wounds Flashcards
Angiogenesis
the growth of new blood vessels; tissue regeneration and repair
Autolytic debridement
Bodies natural process of breaking down dead, devitalised tissue
Hypergranuation
A abnormal tissue growth that can impede normal healing process leading to a healing delay,by manifesting as an excessive growth of granulation tissue beyond the wound margine often protruding above the skin.
Epithelialisation
Final stage of wound closure. Keratinocytes migrate from wound margins and/or hair follicles and sebaceous glands to cover the wound surface.
Fibrin clot
protein fibres that trap blood components and stop bleeding.
Autolytic debridement
Bodies natural process of breaking down dead, devitalised tissue
Cytology
insights into the cellular activities that drive healing. By analyzing the types of cells present in the wound, their behaviors, and any signs of infection or malignancy, clinicians can tailor treatments to improve wound healing and address underlying issues.
Coagulation
Formation of a blood clot. This phase begins at onset of injury and lasts until strong clot is formed.
Extracellular matrix (ECM)
complex network of protiens and other molecules that surround, support needed for the cells in tissues
Approximation
Bringing wound edges or surfaces togeather surgically by staples /glue.
prominences
areas of the body where the bone is close to or protrudes near the skin surface. These areas are at higher risk for pressure injuries (also known as pressure ulcers or bedsores) due to the increased pressure on the skin when a person is in one position for an extended period.
Maceration
When the skin softens and breaks down due to exposure of excess moisture for to long increasing the risk of infection and delay healing of a wound .
