Desmoteplase
Desmoteplase
Desmoteplase (pronounced as des-mo-te-plase) is a fibrinolytic agent used in the treatment of ischemic stroke. It is derived from the saliva of the vampire bat Desmodus rotundus, hence its name.
Etymology
The term "Desmoteplase" is derived from the genus name of the vampire bat Desmodus rotundus and the suffix "-teplase" which is commonly used for thrombolytic agents.
Usage
Desmoteplase is used in the treatment of acute ischemic stroke. It works by dissolving the blood clot that is blocking blood flow to the brain. This can help to reduce the damage to brain cells that occurs due to lack of oxygen.
Related Terms
- Fibrinolysis: The process of breaking down fibrin, the main component of blood clots.
- Thrombolysis: The breakdown of blood clots by pharmacological methods.
- Ischemic Stroke: A type of stroke that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients.
See Also
- Tissue plasminogen activator: A protein involved in the breakdown of blood clots, and a drug used in thrombolysis.
- Stroke: A medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Desmoteplase
- Wikipedia's article - Desmoteplase
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