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Organ Histology Unit II
PCC Palmer Organ Histo Winter 2010
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Histology
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12/28/2010

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Term
Spleen
Functions
Definition
1) Immunity-response to foreign antigens in blood
2) Blood Filtration-RBC and platelets; uses macrophages
3) Long term T-cell storage (in periarterial sheath)
4) Some Storage of WBC and Platelets
5) Hemopoetic organ of the fetus
Term
Hilum of Spleen
Definition
Convex surface and a concave area containing the splenic artery, efferent lymph vessels, the splenic vein, and splenic nerce
Term
Capsule of Spleen
Definition
Thick dense irregular CT
Can contain large blood vessels
Term
Trabeculae of Spleen
Definition
Dense Irregular CT
Can Contain large blood vessels
Term
Lymphatic Vessels of Spleen
Definition
No Afferent lymph vessels (would weaken capsule)
Yes to Efferent
Term
Additional support to Splenic cells comes from
Definition
reticular fibers produced by reticular cells
Term
White Pulp
Definition
One of two areas of splenic parenchyma
Concentrated WBC
5-20% of spleen
Aids in Immunity (humeral and cell mediated)
Stains darker
Term
Areas of White Pulp
Definition
Next to Capsule and Septa
Splenic Nodules
Periarterial Sheaths (PALS)
Term
White Pulp next to Capsule and Septa
Definition
Mixed WBC population
Short term storage-recirculating
Term
Splenic Nodule
Definition
Primarily B-Cell structure
More common in children
Humoral Immunity
Term
PALS
Definition
P Peri
A Arterialar
L Lymphoid
S Sheath

associated w/ central arteries
Mixed WBC population
Large # of T-Cells
Long term storage of T-cells
Term
Functions of Red Pulp
Definition
1) Rapid Blood Filtration

2) Allows contact w/ blood born antigens
Term
Red Pulp Circulation
Definition
A combination of closed and open circulation
Term
Closed Circulation (spleen)
Definition

Capillaries connect to enlarged fenestrated venous sinuses.

Allows for faster circulation through spleen

Term
Open circulation (spleen)
Definition
Capillaries pour blood into the red pulp.
Most of the spleen
Term
Splenic Cords
Definition
Loose network of:
reticular fibers
reticular cells
many macrophages
blood(plasma, RBC, WBC, Platelets)
can have many plasma cells
Term
Splenectomy
Definition

Increases # of platelets and abnormal RBC Increases risk of bacterial spricemea

Liver takes over blood filtration, beginning after two hours, fully functioning after 24 hours

Term
Infectious mononucleosis
Definition

Caused by Epstein-Barr Virus

Replicates in nasopharyngeal epithelium

May spread to salivary glands, lymph nodes, liver, spleen, B cells, blood

Term
Cartilage nutrition is accomplished by...
Definition
diffusion
Term
Cartilage functions
Definition
support
template for endochondral bone ossification
Term
Types of cartilage
Definition
hyaline (no black lines)
elastic (black lines)
fibrocartilage
Term
Hyaline Cartilage
Fibers
Definition
Collogen II
Term
Elastic Cartilage
Fibers
Definition
Collogen II
Elastic
Term
Fibrocartilage
Fiber Types
Definition
Collogen II
Collogen I
Term
Hyaline cartilage
Pericondrium?
Definition
Yes(usually)
Term
Elastic Cartilage
Perichondrium?
Definition
Yes(always)
Term
Fibrocartilage
Pericondrium?
Definition
No
Term
Hyaline Cartilage
Locations
Definition
Nasal Septum
Larynx
Thyroid
Tracheal Rings
Bronchial Plates
Term
Elastic Cartilage
Locations
Definition
Auricular cartilages
larynx (1 spot)
epiglotus
Term
Fibrocartilage
locations
Definition
Menisci (knee)
IVD
Pubic Symphysis
Tendon insertions
Term
Ground substance
Definition
Large proteoglycan molecules composed of:
proteins,
sulfated GAG's,
Hyaluronic Acid,
Water (65-80%),
Chondronectin
Term
Sulfated GAG's
examples
Definition
Chondroitin sulfate
Keratin sulfate
Heparin sulfate
*bound covalently - provide rigidity
Term
Hyaluronic Acid
Definition
Non sulfated GAG
*holds water
Provides flexability resistance to compression and diffusion capabilities.
Term
Chondronectin
Definition
Adhesive glycoprotein
Term
Fibers in Hyaline Cartilage matrix
Definition
Primary collagen II
Some collagen IX, X, XI
Term
Hyaline Cartilage
Matrix
Definition
Composed of Ground substance and Fibers
Term
Chondrogenic Cells
1. Appearance
2. Location
3. Derived from...
4. Differentiates into...
5. Function
6. Mitotic?
Definition
1. Narrow appearance
2. Chondrogenic perichondrium
3. mesenchyme cell, sometimes osteoprogenitor
4. Chondroblasts (usually) or osteoprogenitor
5. Biopotential stem cell
6. Yes
Term
Chondroblast
1. Appearance
2. Location
3. Derived from...
4. Differentiates into...
5. Function
6. Mitotic?
Definition
1. Oval
2. Chondrogenic Pericondrium
3. Chondrogenic cells, mesenchyme cells, fibroblasts
4. chondrocytes
5. Produce Matrix (all parts)
6. No
Term
What hyaline cartilage cell can survive in suspended animation for long periods of time?
Definition
Chondroblasts in inactive state
Term
Chondrocyte
1. Appearance
2. Location
3. Derived from...
4. Differentiates into...
5. Function
6. Mitotic?
Definition
1.
2. Interior to chondrogenic perichondrium
3. Chondroblasts
4. NA
5. Maintain Matrix, Provide CIF (Calcification Inhibitory Factor)
6. Yes - early stage
Term
Isogenic groups
Definition
Young chondrocytes can divide once or twice. They are organized in groups of 2,3, or 4 cells.
Groups of 4 cells can produce territorial matrix-have higher amount of GAG and fewer fibers. Stain darker.
Term
Perichondrium
Location
Definition
Peripheral to mature cartilage (with chondrocytes)
Term
Perichondrium
Exceptions
Definition
1. Epiphyseal Growth Plates
2. Articular cartilage
Term
Perichondrium
two parts
Definition
Fibrous perichondrium
Chondrogenic perichondrium
Term
Fibrous perichondrium
Definition
Outermost layer of cartilage
Made of Collagen I fiber
Its vascular
Fibroblast
Term
Chondrogenic Perichondrium
Definition
Between the fibrous perichondrium and "mature" cartilage
Made of Collagen II
Avascular
Chondroblasts and chondrogenic cells
Term
Perichondrium supplies
Definition
Blood supply, bringing nutrients and O2
Source of chondrogenic cells of chondroblasts and potential for growth and healing.
Term
Histogenesis
Definition
Interstitial Cartilage Growth (embryonic development)
Term
Interstitial Cartilage growth begins with...
Definition
Avascular piece of mesenchyme
Term
Chondroblasts develop from
Definition
Mesenchyme cells
Chondrification centers
Term
Factors affecting differentiation from mesenchyme cells to chondroblasts.
Definition
A decrease in oxygen
Compression force
Term
Chondroblasts role in interstitial cartilage growth
Definition
Secrete matrix-helps separate the cells.
Term
Changes associated with the hardening of the matrix in Interstitial Cartilage Growth
Definition
Chondroblasts become Chondrocytes
Term
Chondrocytes
Definition
Mature cartilage cells.
Enter brief period of:
mitosis-Isogenic Groups
Matrix secretion-New matrix
Term
Cartilage expands outward until...
Definition
it runs into a blood supply.
Stopping point: edge of perichondrium
Term
Fibrous perichondrium develops from...
Definition
peripheral vascular mesenchyme.
Mesenchyme cells-fibroblasts-collogen I
Term
Appositional Cartilage Growth
Peripheral blood vessels regress from...
Definition
Fibrous pericardium
Term
Appositional Cartilage Growth
Chondrogenic cells and chondroblasts activate:
Definition
Chondrogenic cells: Divide and make new chondroblasts
Chondroblasts: secrete matrix, secrete borders, become chondrocytes
Term
Appositional Cartilage Growth
New chondroblasts develop from...
Definition
Fibroblasts, in fibrous perichondrium.
Term
Appositional Cartilage Growth
New chondroblasts develop from...
Definition
Fibroblasts in fibrous perichondrium
Term
Appositional Cartilage Growth
New chondrogenic perichondrium develops from...
Definition
The previous fibrous perichondrium
Term
Appositional Cartilage Growth
New fibrous perichondrium develops from
Definition
Surrounding Conective Tissue
Term
Function of Appositional Cartilage Growth
Definition
1. Enlarge existing piece of cartilage
2. Healing
Term
Elastic cartilage
VS
Hyaline Cartilage
Definition
Elastic cartilage has:
Elastic Fibers
Larger chondrocytes
More chondrocytes
Less Matrix

Other than that Elastic is like Hyaline cartilage
Term
Elastic cartilage
function
Definition
Provides flexibility (not stretch)
Term
Fibrocartilage
Major structural features
Definition
chondrocytes
fibrocytes
Primarily Collogen I and a little hyaline matrix
No perichondrium
Avascular
Term
Exception to Avascularness of fibrocartilage
Definition
Some vessel penetration into outer part of knee menisci
Term
Function of Fibrocartilage
Definition
resist shearing forces and compression
shock absorbers
Term
Limitations to fibrocartilage
Definition
No appositional healing: 100% scar tissue healing
Term
5 steps of fibrocartilage
Definition
1. Vascular dense regular C.T.
2. Stress increases, blood vessels retreat
3. Fibroblasts become chondroblasts-secrete hyaline matrix
4. Chondroblasts become chondrocytes-isogenic groups
5. remaining fibroblasts become fibrocytes because of decrease in O2
Term
Aging cartilage
Definition
chondrocytes die
less matrix
less CIF
LEss H2O
More Ca+ salts
Term
Healing of hyaline and elastic cartilage
Definition
very limited
Inflamation will stop cart. development and lead to scarring
Better in chillins than old folks.
Term
Osteoarthritis
Definition
Degenerative joint disease
Pathogenic if occurs before 65-70 yrs or if too severely
Term
Primary OA
Definition
most have some by 65
85% of 75 yr. olds have OA
Possible causes wear and tear, muscle disfunction
Term
Tramatic OA
Definition
Athletic injury
Term
Inherited OA
Definition
Genetic- early onset, sever, systemic
Mutent collegen II fibers.
Term
OA cycle
Definition
Decrease articular cartilage=
Osteophyte development to stabilize=
Joint irritation=
Inflamation=
Loose more articular cartilage
Term
Nucleus pulposus
Definition
Part of the intervertebral disc
No new cells after 20's
Made of Collogen II
Resists compressive forces
Term
Annulus Fibrosus
Definition
Part of intervertebral disc
Structure: collogen I with some hyaline matrix, chondrocytes, and fibrocytes
Function: support nucleus pulposus
Term
Intervertebral Discs
Age related degenerative changes (especially after 40)
Definition
Decrease GAG's and proteoglycans
Decrease H2O (nucleus pulposus)
Fissures develop between Coll I in annulus fibrosus
Term
Four functions of Bone
Definition
Structural support for body
Locomotion (with muscles)
Protect organs and house bone marrow
Metabolic reserve for minerals
Term
Matrix of bone
Inorganic matrix
Definition
65% of dry weight
Hydroxyapatite crystals
Calcium phosphate
Other minerals (K,Na,Mg)
Term
Matrix of the bone
organic matrix
Definition
Osteoid
80-90% collogen I
Very organized fibers
Term
Bone
sulfated GAG's
Definition
Primarily chondroitin
some Keratin sulfate
Term
Bone
Nonsulfated GAG
Definition
small amount
HA, H2O
Term
Glycoproteins
Definition
"Binding proteins"
Proteins that bind minerals to collagen:
Organize mineral placement
Proteins that bind matrix components to cell
Term
Bone Matrix
Adults Vs. Children
Definition
Children have a higher percentage of organic matrix making them more flexible but leading to more green stick fractures.
Adults have more uniformity in collagen I arrangement leading to more stability
Term
Osteoprogenitor Cells
Appearance:
Definition
Flat
Term
Osteoprogenitor Cells
Location:
Definition
endostium and periostium
Term
Osteoprogenitor Cells
Derived from:
Definition
Mesenchyme cells (rarely chondrogenic cells)
Term
Osteoprogenitor Cells
Function:
Definition
Change into osteoblast
Term
Osteoprogenitor Cells
Are the Mititic?
Definition
Heck yeah!
Term
Osteoblast
Appearance:
Definition
Cuboid to columnar
Term
Osteoblast
Location:
Definition
Endostium and perosteum
Term
Osteoblast
Derived from:
Definition
Osteoprogenitors
Term
Osteoblast
Functions:
Definition
1. Produce oseoid (GAG's, binding protiens, Coll I)
2. Produce an antiinhibitor to neutralize CIF (calcification inhibitory factor)
3. Respond to the parathyroid hormone (PTH)
Term
Osteoblast response to PTH
Definition
1. Produce a factor that causes creation of new osteoclasts
2. Secrete osteoclast stimulating factor.
3. Produce enzymes to condition bone surface for osteoclast activity
Term
Are osteoblasts mitotic?
Definition
No way man! (too specialized)
Term
Osteocyte
Appearance
Definition
Conform to lacuna with many cytoplasmic processes
Term
Osteocyte
Location:
Definition
Surrounded by matrix
Term
Ostocyte
Derived from:
Definition
Osteoblasts
Term
Osteocyte
Functions:
Definition
A. Maintain matrix
B. Release factor that can influence osteoblast activity
C. Releease factor that can cause new creation of osteoclasts
Term
Osteocytes
Are they mitotic?
Definition
Heck no!
Term
Bone-Lining cell
Appearance
Definition
Flat
Term
Bone lining cell
Location
Definition
Primarily in endosteum
Term
Bone-lining cell
Derived from
Definition
Usually osteoblasts
Possibly osteocytes
Term
Bone-lining cells
Function
Definition
Wait (to develop)
"resting osteoblast" waits for chemical messenger
Term
Bone-lining cell
Mitosis?
Definition
Nope
Term
Osteoclast
Appearance:
Definition
Large multinucleated
Term
Osteoclast
Location:
Definition
Endosteum and periosteum
Term
Osteoclast
Derived from:
Definition
Pre osteoclast from bone marrow
Term
Osteoclast
Function:
Definition
To resorb bone (remodeling)
Term
Mechanism of bone resorption occurs in:
Definition
Subosteoclastic Compartment
Term
First step in mechanism of bone resorption
Definition
Inorganics dissolved using primarily carbonic acid
(pH will lower dramatically in compartment)
Term
Step 2 mechanism of Bone Resorption
Definition
Organics broken down using lyposomal enzymes
(occurs quickly due to low pH)
Term
Hormones regulating osteoclasts
Definition
Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
Calcitonin
Term
Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
Definition
Indirect influence or control over osteoclast PTH will increase activity due to osteoblasts producing osteoclast-stimulating factor.
Term
Calcitonin
Definition
Decrease ostroclast activity (direct influence)
Term
Primary Bone
Definition
Woven-Immature Bone
First bone type to develop in fetus and area of a fracture.
Many osteocytes, irregular collogen I bundles, few minerals
Term
Secondary bone
Definition
lamelar bone-mature bone
After remodeling. More minerals, stronger types of bone.
Collagen I bundles are parralel
Term
Compact bone
Outer Circumferential Lamellae:
Definition
Periostial lamellae
Newer bone under periosteum
Sharpes fibers often penetrate these outer circumferential lamellae
Term
Compact bone
Inner Circumferential Lammellae
Definition
Newer bone next to bone marrow or cancelous bone (inner part of bone)
Term
Haversian Systems
Definition
Osteons
Term
Osteocytes found in osteons will be found in:
Definition
Lacune
Term
Lammellae
Definition
Rings of bone
Part of osteon
Term
Canaliculie
Definition
Small channels that hold osteocytes
Term
Interstitial Lamellae
Definition
Irregular arcs of bone between the complete osteons
Term
Trabeculae
Definition
Part of cancellous bone
Align in directions of stress (not random)
Surrounded by sinusoids
Term
Osteon structure in Cancelous Bone
Definition
Usually none
Term
Cell Nourishment in cancellous bone
Definition
Sinusoids have vascular CT
Term
Two parts of periosteum
Definition
Fibrous Periosteum
Osteogenic Periosteum
Term
Fibrous Periosteum
Structure
Definition
Collogen I
Sharpeys fibers dominant in certain areas
Fibroblast (make collagen I)
Blood vessels
Nerves
Term
Fibrous Periosteum
Functions
Definition
Provide transition between bone and ligaments and Tendons
Distribute vessels and nerves, only location for sensory Nerves
Term
Osteogenic Periosteum
Structure
Definition
A single layer of cells
Possible cell types:
osteoprogenitor (turns into)
Osteoblasts
Osteoclasts
Bone lining
Term
Osteogenic Periosteum
Function:
Definition
Remodeling
Growth
Healing
Term
Endosteum
Definition
Single layer of cells that binds to internal bone surfaces
Term
Endosteum
Components:
Definition
Osteoprogenitors, Osteoblasts, Osteoclasts, Bone lining
Term
Endostium is not found in:
Definition
Internal wall surface
Lacuna
Canaliculi
Central Canal
Sinusoids
Next to bone marrow or inner circumferential lamellae
Term
Intramembranous Ossification
Locations:
Definition
Frontal and Parietal bones
Parts of Occipital and Temporal bones
Most of Mandible, Clavicle, and Maxilla
Term
Intramembranous Ossification
General Process
Definition
1.Mesenchyme cells close together and mesenchyme cells contact each other.
2.Primary Centers of Ossification develop: Mesenchyme cell > Osteoprogenitor > Osteoblast - Secrete Osteoid - Mineralization > Osteocytes
3. Spicules and trabeculae of bone form. Cells maintain contact with each other.
4. Remodeling begins immediately. Irregular trabeculae remodeled into more parallel osteons.
5. Vascular mesenchyme between trabeculae/osteons develop into Bone Marrow and Endosteum
Term
Intramembranous ossification
Other ossification centers?
Definition
Likely
Term
Endochondral Ossification
Location
Definition
Most long and short bones
Term
Endochondral Ossification
General process
Definition
1. Blood vessels invade middle of perichondrium.
Increase Oxygen
Chondrogenic cells in chondrogenic perichondrium turn to osteoprogenitors > osteoblasts
2. Osteoblasts secrete osteoid just inside periosteum which will form a periosteal collar/subperiosteal collar
3. Capillaries from periosteum enter the interior brittle cartilage. Bring osteoprogenitor cells > osteoblasts - secrete osteoid - bony trabeculae form within calcified cartilage.
4. Bone growth advances toward epiphyseal growth plates.
5. Secondary centers of ossification develop
Term
Periasteal Collar
Definition
Prevents diffusion of Oxygen and nutrients to the interior chondrocytes (starve and swell up - die, some of the matrix begins to calcify)
Provide structural support
Term
Diaphysis
Definition
shaft long bone
Term
Epiphysis
Definition
ends of long bone
Term
Metaphysis
Definition
transition between epiphyseal growth plate (epiphysis) and diaphysis
Term
Periosteal Bud
Definition
Original invading capillary along with osteoprogenitors and hemopoetic stem cells
Term
During Endochondral Ossification when bone growth advances toward epiphyseal growth plates Cartilage continues to grow within the epiphysis by . . .
Definition
Interstitial cartilage growth
Term
Remodeling in the diaphysis will...
Definition
A. Eliminate calcified cartilage
B. Create the marrow cavity
C. Provide osteon structure
D. Create Volkmann's canals
Term
In Endochondral ossification when secondary centers of ossification develop...
Definition
There is no periostial colar
There is no increase in bone length
It only grows so close to what will be articular cartilage
Term
In endochondral ossification the increase in bone length results from
Definition
bone in metaphysis growing towards the epiphysis as cartilage in epiphyseal growth plate continues to grow.
Term
In endochondral ossification the increase in bone width results from
Definition
Growth in osteogenic periostium
Term
Hormones associated with sexual maturity will...
Definition
slow cartilage growth in epiphyseal Growth Plates and then bone will eliminate the cartilage
Term
Bone developement is controlled by:
Definition
HGH (human growth hormone)
Thyroid Hormones
Sex Hormones
Term
Bone remodeling in young people
Definition
development exceeds resoprption process
Term
Bone remodeling in adults
Definition
development and resorption should be equal and balanced
Term
Cancellous bone remodeling is influenced by...
Definition
cells in the bone marrow
Term
Compact bone remodeling is influenced by...
Definition
systemic factors produced by cells in endosteum and osteogenic perichondrium
Term
Bone repair process
Definition
1. Bleeding, clotting, and the shut down of blood vessels to affected area.
Result: More cell death and damage
2. Granulation tissue (fibroblasts and reticular fibers) develops and osteoprogenitors divide and migrate to the area.
3. Osteoprogenitors/osteoblasts on the living edges--bony collar-- external calous (function:stablilization)
4. Osteoprogenitors soon move into granulation tissue below. Low Oxygen causes osteoprogenitors to > chondrogenic cells > chondroblasts > cartilage matrix > fibrocartilage
5. Blood vessels grow into injured area.
Increase in O2 kills chondroblasts and chondrocyts, Osteoprojenitors > osteoblasts > bony matrix > bone
Term
Bone develops similarly to _____ in bone repair
Definition
endochondral ossification
Term
Somatotrophin (HGH)
Definition
Stimulates osteoblast and fibroblast proliferation
Decrease in HGH results in lower bone density.
Term
Scurvy
Definition
Vitamin C deficiency
Reduces bony matrix and bone development
Delays healing of bone and connective tissue
Term
Rickets
Definition
Vitamin D deficiency in children
Decrease calcium absorption
Ossification is disrupted causing deformed bones
Term
Osteomalacia
Definition
Prolonged vitamin D deficiency in adults
Bones weaken over time
Increase in both major and micro fractures
Term
Osteoporosis
Definition
Primarilly involves osteoblasts and osteoclasts
Signs:
Curvature of the spine (bone weakening)
Severe Back Pain
Decrease in height (vertebral fractures)
Term
Types of osteoperosis
Definition
Postmenopausal- Female only, due to low estrogen, primarily in females over 50
Age related- Equally male and female, likely resulting from decreasing HGH with age
Term
Estrogen and osteoperosis
Definition
Estrogen:
Reduces osteoclast lifespan
Increases osteoblast lifespan
Activates osteoblasts to secrete osteoid
Slows bone remodeling
Term
Decrease in estrogen may cause
Definition
osteoclasts to dig deeper resorption cavities that osteoblasts cannot completely refill
Term
General features of Tendons and Ligaments
Definition
Primarily collagen I
Primary cell type (inactive) is fibrocytes=tendon cell= tenocytes
Minimal blood supply
Term
Tendon functions
Definition
Attach muscle to bone or muscle to muscle
Transmit contraction force
Term
Tendon structure
Fibers
Definition
Primarily collogen, also elastic fibers (1-2%) and reticular fibers
Term
Tendon structure
Ground substance
Definition
Minimal ground substance; sulfated GAG's but very little non sulfated GAG's
low H2O content
Term
Tendons
Structure, Fibrocyte
Definition
Inactive fibroblast
Term
Tendon structure
Vascularity
Definition
Very little
More numerous at end of tendons
Nearly avascular in middle
Term
Tendon Associated CT layers
Definition
Endotendon
Epitendon
Paratendon
Term
Endotendon
Definition
Surrounds a group of collagen bundle
-thin loose CT
-variety of cell types
-vascular
Term
Epitendon
Definition
around entire tendon
-thin layer, more fibrous
Term
Paratendon
Definition
Sometimes absent
-surrounds entire tendon
-dense CT
-can blend with epitendon
-always present when tendon sheath is present
Term
Function of CT layers (tendon)
Definition
provide mechanical connections to muscle
offer healing potential because of blood and cell variety
Term
Golgi Tendon Organs
Definition
Neurotendinous Spindles
Location: Junction of tendon and muscle
Composed of: collagen fibers and free nerve endings
Function: monitor muscle contraction force and inhibit muscle force if needed
Term
Tendon repair
Definition
Takes 100 days to make new collagen, may take months to adequately repair tendons
Fibrous adhesions may develop during the healing process (immobilizes tendon)
Term
Treatments for tendon repair
Definition
Physical therapy
Rest of damaged tendon
ICE- only for pain
Braces/supports
Surgery
Platelet Rich Plasma
Low level laser therapy
Proto therapy
Term
Ligament
function
Definition
Attach bone to bone
Term
Ligament
Fiber types
Definition
Primarily collagen I (but less than tendons)
Elastic fibers (more than tendons)
Reticular fibers
Proteoglycans (sulfated GAG's, more numerous than tendons)
Term
Ligament
Vascularity
Definition
less than tendons
Term
Ligament
CT layers
Definition
none
Term
Ligament Repair
Definition
Severe problem; few blood vessels and less CT
Term
Torn Ligaments
treatment
Definition
1-Tape
2-Suture
3-Drill into bone to promote inflamation (may cause arthritis (damaged articular cartilage)
Term
Ligaments and chiropractic adjusting
Definition
Ligaments change very slowly
Elastic and Collogen I fibers interweaving tends to break down with aging, patients may not hold adjustments as long.
Term
Tendinitis
Definition
Inflamation of the tendons
rare
Term
Tendonosis
Definition
Pathology of the tendons
begins when break down exceeds repair
Cycle= Injury-rest-Deconditioning-More Injury
Term
Characteristics of Injured Tendons and Ligaments
Definition
Total amount of collagen decreases
Proteoglycans and GAG's increase
Type III to Type I collogen ratio high
Disorganized fiber structure and arrangements
Microtears and collagen fiber seperation
Increase in # of active fibroblasts
Tendon cells are thicker
Vascularity increases
Inflamation usually not seen
altered size of shape of mitochondria in tendon cells
Term
Exercize and tendons
Definition
Increases the Collogen I fibers
Increases tendon and ligament strength (lack of exercize opposite)
Term
Aging and tendons
Definition
Do well until into 60's
60+ there is more rapid decline in tendon strength
Term
Endomysium
Definition
CT layer in muscle surrounding each muscle cell/fiber
Term
Perimysium
Definition
CT layer surrounding bundles of muscle fibers
Term
Epimysium
Definition
CT layer surrounding entire muscle
Term
Endotendon
Definition
Blending of CT between tendon and muscle at perimysium
Term
Epitendon
Definition
Blending of CT between tendon and muscle at Epimysium
Term
Paratenon
Definition
Blending of CT between tendon and muscle at surface muscle fascia
Term
Endocardium
Endothelium
Definition
Simple Squamous
Term
Endocardium
Subendothelial later
Definition
Loose CT layer: fibroelastic
More dense regular CT layer: some smooth muscle cells
Term
Endocardium
Sub endocardial layer
Definition
looser connective tissue
blood vessels, nerves, and most Perkinje fibers, some adipose
Term
Perkinje fibers
Definition
modified cardiac myocytes
power myofibrils-periferal in cells
lots of stored glycogen-causes light stain
Attached together using gap juntion
Function: transmit contraction impulse rapidly
Term
Myocardium
Atria VS Ventricle
Definition
Atria-less muscle, more elastic fiber
Ventricle-well developed muscle
Term
Intercalated discs
Structure
Definition
Transverse Portion: macula adherens (desmosomes, fascia adherens, small gap junctions
Longitudinal portion: large gap junction, significant ion flow
Term
Intercalated disc
Functions
Definition
Attach cardiac myocytes together
Attach and stabilize myofibrils
Cell to cell communication-ion flow
Term
Autonomic nervous system and the heartbeat
Definition
Sympathetic portion
With stimulation will increase heartrate and contraction force
Parasympathetic: slows heart rate
Term
Specialized cardiac muscle cells (myoendocrin cells) and hormone secretion in atria
Definition
Hormones released into surrounding caps
Hormones function in fluid and electrolite ballance, target Kidney;
Lower blood pressure, Target arterials and arteries
Term
Serous pericardium
Epicardium
Definition
AKA visceral pericardium
Mesothelium: simple squamous cells secrete a thin serous lubricating fluid
Subepicardial layer of fibroelastic ct containing Coronary vessels, nerves, sometimes adipose (can put stress on heart)
Term
Parietal pericardium
Definition
Mesothelium: simple squamous cells
Layer of fibroelastic CT: fibroelastic
Term
Pericardial Sac
Definition
Parietal pericardium
Fibrous pericardium
Term
Pericardial cavity is between
Definition
Visceral and parietal pericardiums
Term
General valve histology
Definition
endothelium with some dense irregular CT, extra collogen I and elastic fibers
Term
Cardiac Skeleton
Made of
Definition
Dense Fibrous CT
Term
Cardiac Skeleton
Three components
Definition
Annuli fibrosi: around base of aorta, pulmonary artery, AV canals. Provide support
Trigonum fibrosum: by cusps of aortic valve, support
Septum membranaceum: upper part of interventricular septum, support and O and I for cardiac myocytes
Term
Chordae tendinae
Definition
Dense regular CT
Term
Angina
Definition
Chest pain usually brought on by exertion
Cause: slow progressive narrowing of coronary vessels: decreased O2
Term
Dysrythmia
Definition
abnormal heart rythms
Can result when damage or death to perkinje fibers or other conducting tissues
Term
Pericarditis
Definition
Most often results from inflamation of serous pericardium-
Fluid build up in pericardial cavity (cardiac tamponade)-
Fibrous pericardium will not stretch-
Pressure exerted on heart-
Stress and impaired function
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