measurements & dates

What is the typical diameter of a normal and competent communicating vein?

Less than 2 mm

What diameter measurement is considered normal for the main portal vein?

Less than 13 mm

What is the typical diameter of a normal and competent communicating vein?

Less than 2 mm

What diameter measurement is considered normal for the main portal vein?

Less than 13 mm

What is the hydrostatic pressure in a supine patient?

0 mmHg

1. What is the hydrostatic pressure at the ankles when a patient is standing?

2. Will it be the same for everyone?

1. 100 mmHg

2. No, depends on the height

Label the hydrostatic pressures at each blank level:

1. Raised arm=

2. Heart level=

3. Ankle=

1. -50 mmHg

2. 0 mmHg

3. 100 mmHg

The MPV supplies __-__% of blood to the liver.

70-80

The hepatic artery supplies __-__% of blood to the liver.

20-30

An effective calf muscle pump will have __% of the blood ejected.

60

What is the short formula for calculating hydrostatic pressure in this lecture?

HP = pgh

The SMA is located __ cm distal to the celiac artery.

1

The inferior mesenteric artery arises from the distal aorta, approximately __-__ cm above the aortic bifurcation.

3 - 4

The ICA supplies __-__% of blood to the brain.

70-80%

How many branches does the ECA give off?

8

About ____ the population has an incomplete Circle of Willis.

½