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Which condition is most likely to occur in the legs of a bedridden patients?
Deep vein thrombosis and pressure sores
Which condition sometime forms in the legs of a patient who is bedridden?
There is a condition caused deep vein thrombosis which can occur in bedridden patients. This condition is when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of one or both legs. Deep vein thrombosis is not only painful, it is also dangerous because the clot can break loose and travel to other parts of the body.
Can renal vein thrombosis be prevented?
There is no specific prevention for renal vein thrombosis. Preventing dehydration reduces the risk that it will occur.
What age groups does renal vein thrombosis occur in?
Renal vein thrombosis occurs in both infants and adults. Onset of the disorder can be rapid (acute) or gradual.
When does cerebral thrombosis occur?
Cerebral thrombosis occurs when a blood clot, or thrombus, forms within the brain itself, blocking the flow of blood through the affected vessel.
Why is deep vein thrombosis DVT common in left leg?
Deep Vein Thrombosis can occur in either leg, with about an equal occurrence for right or left leg. DVT can also occur in the arms or upper body with a fairly even occurrence for right or left side. Please see related links.
What complications can occur when a blood clot in the leg dislodges?
If there is a clot in the leg, a DVT (deep vein thrombosis), when it breaks loose it could cause a pulmonary embolus, which is a medical emergency, and if severe enough could cause death.
What happened to blood vessels when cardiovascular occur?
When a cardio vascular event occurs there is either bleeding due to rupture of vessels or blockage due to thrombosis
Where does red neurons occur in brain injury?
It can occur anywhere in the brain. Where ever there is ischemic injury, necrosis and inflammation occur which cause death of neurons = "red neurons". It is usually seen within 12-48 hours after an ischemic event ie. thrombosis or embolism.
Why might a clot in the lungs occur after a deep vein thrombosis in the leg?
Because a clot in a deep vein can break off and travel through the blood stream to the lungs.
What is the fungal keratitis medical condition?
Fungal keratitis is a serious eye problem if it occurs. It is a type of corneal ulcer and can occur if someone has an accident involving their eye and gets plant material into it.
How can you be a man and a woman?
This can occur via a condition known as hermaphroditism.
