Sanguineous discharge is common during the inflammatory phase of wound healing, although it should decrease significantly over time and stop after a few hours in most cases. With some deeper wounds, sanguineous wound drainage may last for a few days but should significantly decrease in volume. Af...
Types of wound closures and healing Primary intention Wound edges are approximated, either on their own or by intervention. This is the fastest type of wound closure, carrying only a low risk of infection/scarring. Examples are surgical incisions and paper cuts. Secondary intention Wound edges...
Whilst the autolytic process is taking place, the wound exudate will be higher in volume, so super absorbent pads will be required as the secondary dressing. Examples of these includeZetuvit Plus™,Vliwasorb™ andMextra™. Stage three. Stage Four Full-thickness tissue loss with exposed bon...
Macrophages, Killer Cells & Other Cells of the Innate Immune System 6:51 Complement System | Definition, Function & Proteins 5:28 Adaptive Immunity | Definition, Types & Examples 6:42 6:20 Next Lesson Lymphatic System | Overview, Components & Conditions T Cells | Definition, Types & ...
Cell therapy has emerged as a viable approach for treating damaged organs or tissues, particularly with advancements in stem cell research and regenerative medicine. The innovative technique of cell sheet engineering offers the potential to create a cell
Fungi | Definition, Types & Examples 9:33 Ch 2. The Disease Process Ch 3. Biology of Bacteria Ch 4. Foodborne Diseases and Bacterial... Ch 5. Sexually Transmitted Bacterial... Ch 6. Blood-borne Bacterial Diseases Ch 7. Bacterial Diseases of the Respiratory... Ch 8. Bacterial Wound an...
Any form of pressure, such as from the elastic in socks, can induce pitting with this type of edema. This type of edema may be normal depending on the severity. Almost everyone who wears socks all day will have mild pitting edema by the end of the day. What are the symptoms of ...
Examples include: pericytes (found in the capillary walls) myoid/peritubular cells (testis), myoepithelial cells (often found in glandular epithelium) and myofibroblasts (skin, wound healing).Clinical correlations Dermatomyositis and polymyositis Dermatomyositis and polymyositis cause inflammation of the...
T cells are a type of white blood cell, also called T lymphocytes or thymocytes. There are several types of T cells within the body, all with their own specialized functions; however, the overarching function of all T cells is to protect the body against infection and cancer formation. The...
Even with proper wound care, a permanent deformity of the nail is common. The nail will grow back, but it may have a groove or dent in it. If part of the fleshy part of the finger was lost, a hook nail may result. This occurs when the nail grows in a hook over the end of the...