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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Microangiopathy | |||
| image = [[File:MVD001.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Microangiopathy affecting small blood vessels | |||
| field = [[Vascular medicine]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hypertension]], [[proteinuria]], [[retinopathy]], [[neuropathy]] | |||
| complications = [[Organ damage]], [[ischemia]], [[thrombosis]] | |||
| onset = Varies depending on underlying cause | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Diabetes mellitus]], [[hypertension]], [[systemic lupus erythematosus]], [[scleroderma]] | |||
| risks = [[Diabetes]], [[high blood pressure]], [[autoimmune disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Biopsy]], [[imaging studies]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Macroangiopathy]], [[vasculitis]], [[thrombotic microangiopathy]] | |||
| treatment = [[Blood pressure control]], [[glycemic control]], [[immunosuppressive therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying condition and management | |||
| frequency = Common in patients with [[diabetes]] and [[hypertension]] | |||
}} | |||
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'''Microangiopathy''' (also known as '''small vessel disease''') is a pathological condition that affects the small blood vessels in the body. It is characterized by the thickening, narrowing, or complete occlusion of the vessel lumen, leading to reduced blood flow and potential tissue damage. Microangiopathy is commonly associated with [[diabetes mellitus]], [[hypertension]], and [[aging]]. | '''Microangiopathy''' (also known as '''small vessel disease''') is a pathological condition that affects the small blood vessels in the body. It is characterized by the thickening, narrowing, or complete occlusion of the vessel lumen, leading to reduced blood flow and potential tissue damage. Microangiopathy is commonly associated with [[diabetes mellitus]], [[hypertension]], and [[aging]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of microangiopathy is not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to chronic high blood sugar levels in the case of diabetic microangiopathy. Other potential causes include [[hypertension]], [[aging]], and certain genetic disorders. | The exact cause of microangiopathy is not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to chronic high blood sugar levels in the case of diabetic microangiopathy. Other potential causes include [[hypertension]], [[aging]], and certain genetic disorders. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of microangiopathy can vary depending on the specific vessels affected. Common symptoms include: | Symptoms of microangiopathy can vary depending on the specific vessels affected. Common symptoms include: | ||
* [[Numbness]] or [[tingling]] in the extremities | * [[Numbness]] or [[tingling]] in the extremities | ||
* [[Pain]] in the legs or feet | * [[Pain]] in the legs or feet | ||
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* [[Kidney disease]] | * [[Kidney disease]] | ||
* [[Heart disease]] | * [[Heart disease]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of microangiopathy typically involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and various diagnostic tests. These may include blood tests, imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]], and in some cases, a biopsy of the affected tissue. | Diagnosis of microangiopathy typically involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and various diagnostic tests. These may include blood tests, imaging studies such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]], and in some cases, a biopsy of the affected tissue. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for microangiopathy focuses on managing the underlying condition causing the disease, such as controlling blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. Other treatment options may include medication to improve blood flow, physical therapy, and in severe cases, surgery. | Treatment for microangiopathy focuses on managing the underlying condition causing the disease, such as controlling blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. Other treatment options may include medication to improve blood flow, physical therapy, and in severe cases, surgery. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Macroangiopathy]] | * [[Macroangiopathy]] | ||
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* [[Hypertension]] | * [[Hypertension]] | ||
* [[Aging]] | * [[Aging]] | ||
[[Category:Vascular diseases]] | [[Category:Vascular diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Diabetes]] | [[Category:Diabetes]] | ||
[[Category:Pathology]] | [[Category:Pathology]] | ||
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| Microangiopathy | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hypertension, proteinuria, retinopathy, neuropathy |
| Complications | Organ damage, ischemia, thrombosis |
| Onset | Varies depending on underlying cause |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Diabetes mellitus, hypertension, systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma |
| Risks | Diabetes, high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders |
| Diagnosis | Biopsy, imaging studies, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Macroangiopathy, vasculitis, thrombotic microangiopathy |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Blood pressure control, glycemic control, immunosuppressive therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying condition and management |
| Frequency | Common in patients with diabetes and hypertension |
| Deaths | N/A |
Microangiopathy (also known as small vessel disease) is a pathological condition that affects the small blood vessels in the body. It is characterized by the thickening, narrowing, or complete occlusion of the vessel lumen, leading to reduced blood flow and potential tissue damage. Microangiopathy is commonly associated with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and aging.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of microangiopathy is not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to chronic high blood sugar levels in the case of diabetic microangiopathy. Other potential causes include hypertension, aging, and certain genetic disorders.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of microangiopathy can vary depending on the specific vessels affected. Common symptoms include:
- Numbness or tingling in the extremities
- Pain in the legs or feet
- Vision problems
- Kidney disease
- Heart disease
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of microangiopathy typically involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and various diagnostic tests. These may include blood tests, imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan, and in some cases, a biopsy of the affected tissue.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for microangiopathy focuses on managing the underlying condition causing the disease, such as controlling blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. Other treatment options may include medication to improve blood flow, physical therapy, and in severe cases, surgery.
