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Define hyperemia
Increased flow IN and a normal flow out
Define congestion
There is a normal flow in then the flow out is BLOCKED
Define hemorrhage
Blood leaving the vasculature and going where it shouldn't be
Define hyperemia
A greater blood flow then normal going in but a normal flow out
Define edema
The abnormal accumulation of fluid in the extravascular compartment
Define ascites
Fluid in the abdomen
What are the primary causes of edema?
1. Increase in intracapillary pressure
2. Decrease in plasma osmotic pressure
3. Lymphatic obstructions
4. Retention of salt/H20