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| name = Infarction | |||
| image = [[File:Pulmonary_infarct_intermed_mag.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Micrograph of a [[pulmonary infarction]], showing coagulative necrosis (center of image) and hemorrhage (red areas, left of image). [[H&E stain]]. | |||
| field = [[Cardiology]], [[Neurology]], [[Vascular surgery]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], [[redness]], [[loss of function]] | |||
| complications = [[Tissue necrosis]], [[organ failure]], [[sepsis]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Thrombosis]], [[embolism]], [[atherosclerosis]] | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[hypertension]], [[diabetes mellitus]], [[hyperlipidemia]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Medical imaging]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Infection]], [[inflammation]], [[neoplasm]] | |||
| prevention = [[Lifestyle modification]], [[anticoagulants]], [[antiplatelet drugs]] | |||
| treatment = [[Revascularization]], [[thrombolysis]], [[supportive care]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on location and extent | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
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'''Infarction''' is a medical term that refers to the death of tissue due to a lack of blood supply. This can occur in any part of the body and is often the result of a blockage in the blood vessels that supply the affected area. Infarctions can lead to serious health complications and, in some cases, can be life-threatening. | '''Infarction''' is a medical term that refers to the death of tissue due to a lack of blood supply. This can occur in any part of the body and is often the result of a blockage in the blood vessels that supply the affected area. Infarctions can lead to serious health complications and, in some cases, can be life-threatening. | ||
[[File:HE myocardial infarction onset.jpg|left|thumb|HE myocardial infarction onset]] | |||
[[File:HE myocardial infarction onset.jpg|thumb|HE myocardial infarction onset]] | |||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Infarctions are typically caused by a blockage in the blood vessels that supply a particular area of the body. This blockage can be caused by a number of factors, including [[blood clots]], [[atherosclerosis]], or [[vasculitis]]. In some cases, an infarction can also be caused by a [[tumor]] or other growth that presses on a blood vessel and restricts blood flow. | Infarctions are typically caused by a blockage in the blood vessels that supply a particular area of the body. This blockage can be caused by a number of factors, including [[blood clots]], [[atherosclerosis]], or [[vasculitis]]. In some cases, an infarction can also be caused by a [[tumor]] or other growth that presses on a blood vessel and restricts blood flow. | ||
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== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of an infarction can vary depending on the area of the body that is affected. Common symptoms can include pain, swelling, and a loss of function in the affected area. In some cases, an infarction can also cause symptoms such as [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], and [[shortness of breath]]. | The symptoms of an infarction can vary depending on the area of the body that is affected. Common symptoms can include pain, swelling, and a loss of function in the affected area. In some cases, an infarction can also cause symptoms such as [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], and [[shortness of breath]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of an infarction typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. These can include [[blood tests]], [[imaging tests]], and, in some cases, a [[biopsy]] of the affected tissue. | Diagnosis of an infarction typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. These can include [[blood tests]], [[imaging tests]], and, in some cases, a [[biopsy]] of the affected tissue. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for an infarction typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the blockage. This can include medications to dissolve blood clots, surgery to remove blockages, or other treatments to improve blood flow. In some cases, additional treatments may be needed to manage symptoms and prevent further damage to the affected tissue. | Treatment for an infarction typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the blockage. This can include medications to dissolve blood clots, surgery to remove blockages, or other treatments to improve blood flow. In some cases, additional treatments may be needed to manage symptoms and prevent further damage to the affected tissue. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Myocardial infarction]] | * [[Myocardial infarction]] | ||
* [[Stroke]] | * [[Stroke]] | ||
* [[Pulmonary infarction]] | * [[Pulmonary infarction]] | ||
[[Category:Medical terms]] | [[Category:Medical terms]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Vascular diseases]] | [[Category:Vascular diseases]] | ||
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| Infarction | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, swelling, redness, loss of function |
| Complications | Tissue necrosis, organ failure, sepsis |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Thrombosis, embolism, atherosclerosis |
| Risks | Smoking, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia |
| Diagnosis | Medical imaging, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Infection, inflammation, neoplasm |
| Prevention | Lifestyle modification, anticoagulants, antiplatelet drugs |
| Treatment | Revascularization, thrombolysis, supportive care |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on location and extent |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Infarction is a medical term that refers to the death of tissue due to a lack of blood supply. This can occur in any part of the body and is often the result of a blockage in the blood vessels that supply the affected area. Infarctions can lead to serious health complications and, in some cases, can be life-threatening.
Causes[edit]
Infarctions are typically caused by a blockage in the blood vessels that supply a particular area of the body. This blockage can be caused by a number of factors, including blood clots, atherosclerosis, or vasculitis. In some cases, an infarction can also be caused by a tumor or other growth that presses on a blood vessel and restricts blood flow.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of an infarction can vary depending on the area of the body that is affected. Common symptoms can include pain, swelling, and a loss of function in the affected area. In some cases, an infarction can also cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and shortness of breath.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of an infarction typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. In some cases, additional tests may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. These can include blood tests, imaging tests, and, in some cases, a biopsy of the affected tissue.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for an infarction typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the blockage. This can include medications to dissolve blood clots, surgery to remove blockages, or other treatments to improve blood flow. In some cases, additional treatments may be needed to manage symptoms and prevent further damage to the affected tissue.
