Understanding Pathophysiology, 6e
Understanding Pathophysiology, 6e
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780323354097
Author: Sue E. Huether RN PhD, Kathryn L. McCance RN PhD
Publisher: Elsevier Science
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Chapter 5.1, Problem 1QC
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To explain: The way in which increase in capillary hydrostatic pressure cause edema.

Concept introduction: The abnormal accumulation of fluid in the tissues in the body is called as edema. Edema usually occurs in the lungs, legs and other skin dependent areas. The mechanical force where the water pushes against the cell membrane is called as hydrostatic pressure.

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Pictorial representation: The given Fig.1 shows the occurrence of edema due to increased capillary hydrostatic pressure.

Understanding Pathophysiology, 6e, Chapter 5.1, Problem 1QC

Fig.1: Edema due to increased capillary hydrostatic pressure.

In the blood capillaries, hydrostatic pressure increases. The common causes of increase include obstruction of the venous vessels, retention of salt and water in the cells and heart failure. Due to water accumulation, movement of fluid in the tissues increases and this in turn causes edema.

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