Edema

Question 1

what is edema?

Answer 1

an increase in fluid in the interstitial space

Question 2

increased capillary permeability leads to _____ which leads to edema

Answer 2

loss of intravascular proteins

Question 3

lymphatic obstruction leads to _____ which leads to edema

Answer 3

decreased absorption of interstitial fluid

Question 4

increased capillary hydrostatic pressure leads to ______ which leads to edema

Answer 4

fluid movement into tissue

Question 5

decreased plasma protein production leads to _____ which leads to edema

Answer 5

decreased capillary oncotic pressure

Question 6

leaky capillaries/increased capillary permeability results in the loss of what?

Answer 6

intravascular proteins and other solids in the interstitial space