Microangiopathy

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Microangiopathy (pronounced: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.æn.dʒiː.əˈpæ.θi/) is a pathological condition that affects the small blood vessels in the body. The term is derived from the Greek words "micros" meaning small, "angeion" meaning vessel, and "pathos" meaning disease.

Definition

Microangiopathy is a type of angiopathy where there is damage to the walls of small blood vessels. This damage can lead to complications in various parts of the body, depending on the vessels affected.

Types

There are two main types of microangiopathy: Thrombotic microangiopathy and Diabetic microangiopathy.

Symptoms

The symptoms of microangiopathy depend on the part of the body affected. They can include vision problems, kidney disease, nerve damage, and skin ulcers.

Treatment

Treatment for microangiopathy focuses on managing the underlying condition causing the damage to the blood vessels. This can include controlling blood sugar levels in diabetic microangiopathy or using medications to break down clots in thrombotic microangiopathy.

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