To describe: The three pathologic causes of DIC.
Concept introduction: Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a syndrome that is characterized by the formation of blood clots that block the blood vessels all over the body. This process includes the activation of blood coagulation that produces fibrin which deposits microvascular thrombi in various organs in the body.
To explain: The manifestations associated with DIC.
Concept introduction: Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a syndrome that is characterized by the formation of blood clots that block the blood vessels all over the body. This process includes the activation of blood coagulation that produces fibrin which deposits microvascular thrombi in various organs in the body.
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