Pocket-sized Pathophys

In this episode from The Paramedic Tute Sam discusses the pathophysiology behind anaphylaxis, a systemic hypersensitivity response that can have life-threatening consequences. What's covered in this episode? Definition of anaphylaxis Discussion of signs and symptoms used to detect an anaphylactic response The important role that histamine plays in anaphylaxis New episodes every second Sunday!...

In this episode I cover the pathophysiology of acute coronary syndrome, a spectrum of disease affecting cardiac muscle when blood flow is altered through cardiac coronary arteries. I will link some of the pathophysiology to some of the common signs and symptoms that might present with ACS patients, to provide a rationale and therefore help the symptoms stick in working memory. This condition is ve...

In this breakdown I will be covering the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis, an incredibly important condition to understand as it predisposes patients to a multitude of chronic medical conditions and acute medical emergencies. I will discuss the risk factors to developing an atherosclerotic plaque (atheroma) in detail, including: Hypercholesterolaemia Hypertension Diabetes Age Family history I will...

In this episode from The Paramedic Tute I go over the basic pathophysiology of chronic bronchitis, a chronic respiratory condition that falls under the umbrella of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.  What's covered in this episode? Definition of chronic bronchitis Discussion of how chronic airway narrowing occurs in this condition Excessive mucous production Mucociliary dysfunction Airway...

In this episode from The Paramedic Tute I go over the basic pathophysiology of emphysema, a chronic respiratory condition that falls under the umbrella of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.  What's covered in this episode? Definition of emphysema Discussion of chemicals released by immune cells to initiate lung damage that is seen in emphysema Discussion of the importance of Elastin in th...

In this episode from The Paramedic Tute I go over the basic pathophysiology of asthma, a common respiratory condition that can have dire consequences if poorly managed. What's covered in this episode? Definition of asthma The processes behind airway obstruction (Bronchoconstriction, mucous plugging and Inflammation of airway mucosa) Gas trapping Development of signs and symptoms of asthma Ast...