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What is a key characteristic that differentiates chronic inflammation from acute inflammation?
What is a key characteristic that differentiates chronic inflammation from acute inflammation?
Which cell type predominantly characterizes chronic inflammation?
Which cell type predominantly characterizes chronic inflammation?
What is a likely consequence of prolonged chronic inflammation?
What is a likely consequence of prolonged chronic inflammation?
What can the host defense mechanism do when it cannot clear an insult during chronic inflammation?
What can the host defense mechanism do when it cannot clear an insult during chronic inflammation?
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How does chronic inflammation affect oral health in dental contexts?
How does chronic inflammation affect oral health in dental contexts?
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What initiates the closure process during the proliferation phase of primary healing?
What initiates the closure process during the proliferation phase of primary healing?
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What is a characteristic of the maturation phase in primary healing?
What is a characteristic of the maturation phase in primary healing?
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Which process occurs during the secondary healing's proliferation phase?
Which process occurs during the secondary healing's proliferation phase?
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What happens to blood vessels during the maturation phase of primary healing?
What happens to blood vessels during the maturation phase of primary healing?
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What describes the inflammatory reaction during secondary healing compared to primary healing?
What describes the inflammatory reaction during secondary healing compared to primary healing?
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What main factor influences healing in both primary and secondary intention?
What main factor influences healing in both primary and secondary intention?
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What distinguishes the direction of collagen laid down during secondary healing?
What distinguishes the direction of collagen laid down during secondary healing?
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Which factor is NOT considered a systemic factor affecting wound healing?
Which factor is NOT considered a systemic factor affecting wound healing?
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Which type of wound is characterized by skin being broken due to a sharp object?
Which type of wound is characterized by skin being broken due to a sharp object?
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Which of the following is a common risk factor that can predispose an individual to develop a wound?
Which of the following is a common risk factor that can predispose an individual to develop a wound?
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What is the correct term for a wound that does not break the skin but causes damage to underlying tissues?
What is the correct term for a wound that does not break the skin but causes damage to underlying tissues?
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Which stage of wound healing involves inflammation and formation of a blood clot?
Which stage of wound healing involves inflammation and formation of a blood clot?
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What type of wound is not meant to occur and results from accidents or trauma?
What type of wound is not meant to occur and results from accidents or trauma?
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What factor is important for determining how well a wound will heal?
What factor is important for determining how well a wound will heal?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of wound classified by its cleanliness?
Which of the following is NOT a type of wound classified by its cleanliness?
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In the context of wound healing, secondary intention involves which of the following processes?
In the context of wound healing, secondary intention involves which of the following processes?
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Which of the following is a well-known complication of wound healing?
Which of the following is a well-known complication of wound healing?
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What condition is characterized by the abnormal formation of tissue outside a wound site?
What condition is characterized by the abnormal formation of tissue outside a wound site?
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Which complication occurs when a wound reopens along the surgical incision line?
Which complication occurs when a wound reopens along the surgical incision line?
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What complication involves an abnormal connection between two epithelial surfaces?
What complication involves an abnormal connection between two epithelial surfaces?
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Which of the following complications of wound healing is typically associated with infection?
Which of the following complications of wound healing is typically associated with infection?
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What is a common complication that might occur after surgical procedures when the skin edges do not heal together?
What is a common complication that might occur after surgical procedures when the skin edges do not heal together?
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Which complication is primarily characterized by an excessive buildup of scar tissue?
Which complication is primarily characterized by an excessive buildup of scar tissue?
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Which complication occurs when a wound develops a localized collection of pus?
Which complication occurs when a wound develops a localized collection of pus?
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Study Notes
### Types of Inflammation
- Inflammation can be categorized as either acute or chronic
Chronic Inflammation
- Occurs after time
- Has a longer duration than acute inflammation.
- Main inflammatory cells are lymphocytes
- It can lead to a fibrotic appearance, which is a result of the body laying down excess collagen in the area
- This happens as the body tries to wall off the insult
- Granuloma formation is common
Granuloma
- It is an area of tissue that is surrounded by lymphocytes and macrophages
- It is often a sign of chronic inflammation
- It forms when the body cannot fully clear the insult
Comparing Acute and Chronic Inflammation
- Acute inflammation is the initial response to injury or infection.
- Chronic inflammation is a prolonged response to irritation or infection.
- Granuloma formation is a characteristic of Chronic inflammation.
- The inflammatory response in acute inflammation is primarily mediated by neutrophils, while in chronic inflammation it is mediated by lymphocytes and macrophages.
- Fibrosis, the formation of scar tissue, is more common in chronic inflammation than in acute inflammation.
Wound Healing
- Wounds can be caused by surgery, trauma, pressure, friction, poor circulation
Risk Factors for Developing a Wound
- Medical therapies such as steroids, chemotherapy, and radiation
- Disease processes, both acute and chronic
- Hereditary factors
- Nutrition status
- Stress
- Age (young or old)
Types of Wounds
- Wounds can be intentional or unintentional
- Wounds can be open or closed
- Wounds can be clean, contaminated, or infected
Wound Description
- Abrasion
- Contusion
- Incision
- Laceration
- Penetrating wound
- Puncture Wound
Factors Influencing Tissue Healing
- It is influenced by:
- The presence of foreign bodies and pathogens
- The extent of damage
- The body's response
- Health status
Stages of Wound Healing
- Inflammation
- Proliferation
- Maturation
Stages of Wound Healing: Primary Healing (First Intention)
- This is characterized by:
- The formation of a blood clot
- The migration and proliferation of epithelial cells across the wound to close the gap
- The formation of granulation tissue, which is a type of tissue that helps to fill in the wound
- The remodeling of the collagen in the wound, which leads to the formation of a scar
Inflammation - Primary Healing
- During the first few hours, the wound becomes inflamed and a blood clot forms.
- Cellular debris and platelets fill the space
- Cellular involvement includes phagocytes (macrophages) and fibroblasts
Proliferation- Primary Healing
- Epithelial cells proliferate across the wound to begin the closure process and replace damaged cells.
- Starts before the end of the inflammatory stage
- This stage includes angiogenesis, granulation tissue formation, and contraction
- The clot becomes a scab and detaches after 3 to 10 days
Maturation - Primary Healing
- Collagen begins to degrade immediately following its production
- When collagen production and degradation reach equilibrium, the maturation phase begins
- This phase can last for a year or longer
- Stronger collagen is deposited
- Excess blood vessels are removed and the scar loses redness
Stages of Wound Healing: Secondary Healing (Second Intention)
- This type of healing involves a more complex process and often results in scar formation
- It is characterized by:
- An intense inflammatory reaction
- Necrotic tissue sloughing on the surface of the wound
- Healing through an indirect union of granulating surfaces
Inflammation – Secondary Healing
- The inflammatory reaction is more intense
- Necrotic tissue sloughs off on the surface of the wound
- Healing occurs through indirect union of granulating surfaces
Proliferation - Secondary Healing
- Similar processes as primary healing but more intense
- Includes Phagocytes and a plentiful blood supply to reduce or prevent infection
- Granulation tissue forms at the base of the cavity
- Fibroblasts convert into myofibroblasts to start the contraction process
Maturation - Secondary Healing
- Collagen is laid down horizontally
- Wound contraction is pronounced
- Tissue is uneven (scar tissue)
Comparing Primary & Secondary Intention
- Primary healing is characterized by a small, clean wound that closes directly without significant tissue loss. Secondary healing occurs with larger wounds that have considerable tissue loss, requiring tissue to fill the gap before closure.
Tertiary Healing
- Delayed Primary Closure.
- Usually involves a contaminated wound that is left open for a few days before being closed
Factors Affecting Wound Healing
- Local factors such as ischemia, foreign bodies, and infection
- Systemic factors such as age, gender, hormones, nutrition, stress, and immunodeficiency
Complications of Wound Healing
- Hemorrhage: Excessive bleeding
- Infection: Contamination of the wound by bacteria or other microorganisms
- Dehiscence: The separation of wound edges
- Fistula: An abnormal passageway between two organs or between an organ and the skin
- Keloid scar: An abnormally raised scar that extends beyond the original wound.
Summary
- Understanding wound healing and its complications is key to providing quality care to patients.
- By understanding the stages of wound healing, clinicians can identify potential problems early and take steps to prevent further complications.
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This quiz explores the differences between acute and chronic inflammation, highlighting key characteristics such as duration, main inflammatory cells, and granuloma formation. Test your knowledge on how the body responds to injury or infection through inflammation. Understand the implications of chronic inflammation on health and tissue appearance.
