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A thrombosis or thrombus is a blood clot. They can develop in any vein, but especially in the femoral veins of the thighs and in veins located in the calves. While many health issues can result in a clot developing, the most common reasons are a combination of these facts:
- inability or failure to move about frequently; inactivity, including jobs that require sitting for long hours
- inability or failure to stay adequately hydrated
- high cholesterol
- high blood pressure
- any circulatory condition in which the blood vessels become narrowed
A clot usually begins with RBCs becoming sticky, such as when the person is dehydrated. The sticky RBCs attach to a vein wall. As more blood swooshes by and past the sticky spot, more RBCs also begin to stick to that spot. A vein may have just a bump of sticky RBCs, or the clot can fill half or more of the vein lumen (the hollow part of the blood vessel).
IF the clot stays together, it can block off the flow of blood completely. The limb below the clot might get hot, red, painful, swollen--- or there may be no symptoms. If severe, the entire limb may swell. The clot may form a clothesline-like structure, filling a vein for many inches or even feet.
IF a portion of the clot breaks off, it becomes an embolus. It can then travel to the heart, lungs, or brain where it can cause considerable damage or even death.
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Is thrombi the plurual form of thrombus?
Yes that is correct
Which term indicates the presence of more than one thrombus?
The term used to indicate the presence of multiple thrombi is "thrombi" or "thromboses" (plural form of thrombus).
What term means more than one thrombus?
The term that means more than one thrombus is "thrombi." Thrombi are clots that form in blood vessels and can lead to various medical conditions if they obstruct blood flow. The presence of multiple thrombi can indicate a serious underlying condition and may require medical intervention.
What is more than one thrombus called?
More than one thrombus (or the plural form) is "thrombi".
Which arteries pass through the foramen magnum and then unite to form the basilar artery?
The vertebral arteries merge to form a basilar artery which form the posterior Circle of Willis. The middle cerebral arteries form the rest of the Circle of Willis.
What is an antithrombotic?
An antithrombotic is a drug which inhibits the formation of thrombi.
What large artery do these arteries branch form?
Yes, larger arteries branch off into smaller arteries known as arterioles.
What is iliac arteries?
Iliac artery calcification is when there are calcium deposits forming. They form inside the artery and sometimes cause blockages. These calcifications form deposits in arteries.
The descending aorta divides near the brim of the pelvis to form what?
The descending aorta divides near the brim of the pelvis to form the common iliac arteries. These arteries further branch into internal and external iliac arteries to supply blood to the pelvis and lower extremities.
The descending aorta divides near the brim of the pelvis to form the right and left?
Femoral Arteries <---incorrect it forms the common iliac arteries.
What is an anticoagulant substance produced by basophils and tissue cells to prevent formation of thrombi and emboli?
Heparin is an anticoagulant substance produced by basophils and tissue cells. It helps prevent the formation of blood clots (thrombi) and dislodged blood clots (emboli) in the bloodstream.
What is the plural of thrombocyte?
The plural form of thrombus is thrombi.The plural is "thrombi" (from Latin), meaning blood clots within a blood vessel, or in the heart. If a blood clot reaches the lungs, it can cause pulmonary thrombosis.
