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Chronic=ongoing or long-term condition, not a more incidental or temporary (acute) condition.
infarct= means blood supply is cut off and some tissue (including possibly bone) dies.
cephal/o = head oste/o- = bone
malac/ia= (condition involving) softening
therefore this term means that blood supply to the head (more specifically to a vessel supplying the arterioles/venules/cappilaries of the skull) has been blocked or cut off, causing some area of skull bone to die and become soft since blood cannot bring minerals , immune factors, and nutrition to that area of bone.
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Is encephalomalacia chronic?
no
Can chronic alcohol use cause encephalomalacia?
Yes, chronic alcohol use can lead to encephalomalacia, which is the softening or loss of brain tissue. Prolonged alcohol consumption can cause nutritional deficiencies, such as thiamine deficiency, leading to conditions like Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, which involves brain damage. Additionally, alcohol can induce neuroinflammation and direct neurotoxicity, contributing to the degeneration of brain tissue and potentially resulting in encephalomalacia.
At t12-l1 what is moderate right neural foraminal stenosis?
chronic lacunar infarct
What is treatment for encephalomalacia?
no defined treatment to encephalomalacia
What is the prognosis for small focal encephalomalacia?
what is the prognosis for encephalomalacia?
Is cystic encephalmalacia with chronic lacunar infarct treatable?
Cystic encephalomalacia with chronic lacunar infarcts indicates significant brain damage and is often associated with irreversible changes. While treatment options may focus on managing symptoms and preventing further complications, such as physical therapy or medications for associated conditions, the underlying brain damage itself is typically not reversible. Early intervention and supportive care can improve quality of life, but the prognosis largely depends on the extent of the damage and the individual's overall health.
What are symptoms of encephalomalacia?
Encephalomalacia is the softening of brain tissue due to inflammation or hemorrhage. The symptoms of encephalomalacia is an anxious mood, pain, insomnia, fatigue, and depressed mood.
Does an infarct putrefy?
Generally no, unless blood supply is returned to the area or a supporating bacteria somehow invades the area. One of the more common locations for an infarct is in the kidneys, and the usual chronic result is fibrosis, not putrefaction.
What is a bone infarct?
A bone infarct is a condition where blood flow to a specific area of bone is disrupted, leading to tissue death due to lack of oxygen. This can result in pain, restricted movement, and potential complications if not treated promptly. Treatment may involve addressing the underlying cause and managing symptoms.
Can alcohol abuse lead to encephalomalacia?
Yes it can.
What causes encephalomalacia?
spinal crush injury
Does encephalomalacia cause memory problems?
Yes.
