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Why is heparin used as an anticoagulant in the treatment of thrombotic strokes but contraindicated in a subarachnoid hemorrhage?
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∙ 11y ago
Strokes are commonly caused by clots blocking a cerebral artery, and heparin would prevent more clots from forming. In contrast, you want clots to form in hemorrhages to stop the bleeding.
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Which term describes the blocking of an artery by the clot?
thrombotic occlusion
What is thrombotic purpura?
a rare blood disorder
What is thrombotic occlusion?
A thrombotic occlusion is when a blot clot is formed in a blood vessel that stops most or all blood flow, and causes localized ischemia.
What does the medical abbreviation TTP mean?
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia PurpuraTender to Palpation (TTP)
What is a priority nursing assessment in the first 24 hours after admission of the client with a thrombotic stroke?
Pupil size
What does TTP stand for?
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP). It's a rare blood disorder that effects your platlets and organs
How do you pronounce Thrombotic?
thrahm BAH tic. Rhymes with robotic in the last two syllables. First syllable rhymes with the name "Tom."
Can a person drive after treatment for Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura?
If you aren't in danger of going unconscious while driving then you should be able to drive.
What is the medical term meaning severe fever and very small pinpoint hemorrhages under the skin?
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)
What is A thrombotic occlusion?
A thrombotic occlusion occurs when a blood clot forms and blocks a blood vessel. This blockage can prevent normal blood flow to tissues and organs, potentially leading to serious health complications such as heart attack or stroke. Treatment usually involves medications to dissolve the clot or procedures to remove it.
How ultrasound is used in phonocardiography?
There are a number of researches that study the use of ultrasound in phonocardiography. An ultrasound may be used to identify thrombotic formations in the mechanical heart valves.
What has the author Inga Marie Nilsson written?
Inga Marie Nilsson has written: 'Haemorrhagic and thrombotic diseases' -- subject(s): Blood coagulation disorders, Hemophilia
