Oedema (Edema)
Dr. Matt and Dr. Mike's Medical Podcast
00:00
Understanding Fluid Accumulation and Pressure in the Body
This chapter delves into the accumulation of fluid in the body's tissues leading to edema, exploring the influence of gravity on fluid distribution and the analogy of a shag carpet to explain tissue saturation. It discusses the intricate balance of pressure forces, hydrostatic and oncotic pressures, and the dynamics of fluid movement between arterial and venous ends in capillaries.
Transcript
Play full episode
