What is lysis? Lysis or lysis therapy (thrombolysis) involves dissolving blood clots in a vessel with medication. This can happen either at the site where the blood clot formed (thrombosis), or the clot is carried along by the bloodstream and constricts or blocks the bloodstream elsewhere in the vascular system (embolism). For example, a thrombus … Thrombolytic Therapy for Stroke and Heart Attack
Brief overview Most common localizations: Blood vessels of the legs (especially lower legs), pelvis or arms, superior or inferior vena cava. A special form is anal thrombosis (anal vein thrombosis). Typical symptoms: swelling, redness, hyperthermia, pain and tightness, fever, accelerated pulse. Treatment: compression bandage or compression stockings as well as elevation in the case of … Thrombosis: Symptoms, Treatment
Influence congestion refers to impaired venous return of blood from the systemic circulation via the superior or inferior vena cava to the right atrium. Congestion occurs in one or both vena cavae as a result of internal blockage in either vein or externally induced compression. Right heart failure can also cause inflow congestion with the … Influence Congestion: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Alveolitis sicca occurs as a complication after tooth extractions. Inflammation of the alveolus occurs. The alveolus is the bony compartment of the tooth. What is alveolitis sicca? In alveolitis sicca, the bony compartment of the tooth becomes inflamed after a tooth is removed. The condition occurs two to four days after tooth extraction. In alveolitis … Alveolitis Sicca: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A bone cyst is a benign, tumor-like change on the bone that is filled with fluid. Often, bone cysts do not cause any symptoms and are therefore discovered only by chance in the context of another disease. Treatment is not necessary in every case, but depends on the individual case. What is a bone cyst? … Bone Cyst: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Lemierre syndrome is the late sequelae of bacterial infection with anaerobic bacteria in the throat, such as the pathogens that cause tonsillitis. The disease leads to phlebitis and periodic septic emboli. If diagnosed early, treatment is with high-dose broad-spectrum antibiotics, which is combined with the administration of anticoagulants in later stages. What is Lemierre syndrome? … Lemierre Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The paired maxillary artery represents the natural continuation of the external carotid artery from the junction of the superficial temporal artery. The maxillary artery can be divided into three sections and forms connections in its terminal region with other arterial vessels that originate from the facial artery. Its function is to supply part of the … Maxillary Artery: Structure, Function & Diseases
The ascending palatine artery branches off from the facial artery. Its function is to supply oxygenated blood to the palatine tonsil (tonsilla palatina) as well as the soft palate (pallatum molle) and the palatine glands (glandulae palatinae). What is the ascending palatine artery? The ascending palatine artery is a branch of the facial artery. This … Ascending Palatine Artery: Structure, Function & Diseases
The subclavian vein, also called the subclavian vein, runs behind the collarbone above the first rib. It carries blood from the arm toward the heart. What is the subclavian vein? The subclavian vein is one of the veins of the small systemic circulation in the arm and neck. A distinction is made between the right … Subclavian Vein: Structure, Function & Diseases
Phlebitis is a disease of the blood vessel system. From the name thrombophlebitis ending in -itis, it is clear that it involves inflammatory processes that can affect different age groups. What is phlebitis? Venous inflammation or thrombophlebitis is understood as an inflammation of the blood vessels, primarily the veins. The pathological processes in phlebitis do … Phlebitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
An aneurysm is a permanent enlargement of an artery (artery) in a spindle or sac shape. It may be congenital or acquired. This arterial dilation can occur when there are changes in the wall of the blood vessel at certain locations. What is an aneurysm? Infographic showing the anatomy and location of an aneurysm in … Aneurysm: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
As a branch of the facial artery, the angular artery supplies the ocular ring muscle, lacrimal sac, and orbital and infraorbital regios. Arterial damage, such as that caused by aneurysm and/or embolism, can lead to necrosis of the affected tissue. What is the angular artery? The angular artery represents a branch of the facial artery … Angular Artery: Structure, Function & Diseases