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What is a characteristic of a postmortem clot?
What is a characteristic of a postmortem clot?
- It has a lower deep red layer and an upper clearer layer (correct)
- It is formed within the vascular system during life
- It is hardened due to atherosclerosis
- It is crumbly and friable
Which of the following is a predisposing factor for thrombosis according to Virchow's Triad?
Which of the following is a predisposing factor for thrombosis according to Virchow's Triad?
- Atherosclerosis in the intima of arteries
- Turbulence in the vessel wall
- Changes in the pattern of blood flow (correct)
- Inflammation in the cardiovascular system
What is the term for the solid mass of blood constituents formed within the vascular system during life?
What is the term for the solid mass of blood constituents formed within the vascular system during life?
- Atheroma
- Thrombus (correct)
- Thrombo-embolic event
- Clot
What is the condition caused by focal accumulation of lipid in the intima of arteries, leading to narrowing of the lumen and weakening of the wall?
What is the condition caused by focal accumulation of lipid in the intima of arteries, leading to narrowing of the lumen and weakening of the wall?
What is the significance of thrombo-embolic events in terms of mortality?
What is the significance of thrombo-embolic events in terms of mortality?
What is the term for the cessation of heart pumping, leading to blood stagnation and clotting?
What is the term for the cessation of heart pumping, leading to blood stagnation and clotting?
What is the most common underlying condition for the formation of arterial thrombi?
What is the most common underlying condition for the formation of arterial thrombi?
What is the term for the inflammatory reaction that occurs in response to a thrombosed vein?
What is the term for the inflammatory reaction that occurs in response to a thrombosed vein?
What is the direction of growth of a thrombus in a blood vessel?
What is the direction of growth of a thrombus in a blood vessel?
What is the clinical outcome of a venous thrombus?
What is the clinical outcome of a venous thrombus?
What is the term for a mass of undissolved material that is mobile within a blood vessel and capable of blocking its lumen?
What is the term for a mass of undissolved material that is mobile within a blood vessel and capable of blocking its lumen?
What is the most common site for the formation of venous thrombi?
What is the most common site for the formation of venous thrombi?
