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What is thrombosis?
Formation of solid mass in circulation from constituents of flowing blood
What is the simplest form of thrombosis in case of a ruptured blood vessel injury?
Hemostatic Plugs
What can thromboembolism lead to in case of an unruptured blood vessel?
Ischemic Injury or Infarction
Study Notes
Thrombosis
- Thrombosis is a blood clot that forms in a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system.
Formation of Thrombosis
- The simplest form of thrombosis can occur in the case of a ruptured blood vessel injury, where a blood clot forms to prevent excessive bleeding.
Thromboembolism
- Thromboembolism occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) breaks loose and travels through the bloodstream, potentially causing a blockage in another part of the body.
- In the case of an unruptured blood vessel, thromboembolism can lead to serious health complications, such as heart attack, stroke, or pulmonary embolism.
Test your knowledge on the process of thrombosis and its implications. Understand the formation of a solid mass in circulation, known as a thrombus, and its potential effects on the body.
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