Definitions for obstructive shock
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1. obstructive shocknoun

   shock caused by obstruction of blood flow

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1. Obstructive shock

   Obstructive shock is one of the four types of shock, caused by a physical obstruction in the flow of blood. Obstruction can occur at the level of the great vessels or the heart itself. Causes include pulmonary embolism, cardiac tamponade, and tension pneumothorax. These are all life-threatening. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, weakness, or altered mental status. Low blood pressure and tachycardia are often seen in shock. Other symptoms depend on the underlying cause.The physiology of obstructive shock is similar to cardiogenic shock. In both types, the heart's output of blood (cardiac output) is decreased. This causes a back-up of blood into the veins entering the right atrium. Jugular venous distension can be observed in the neck. This finding can be seen in obstructive and cardiogenic shock. With the decrease cardiac output, blood flow to vital tissues is decreased. Poor perfusion to organs leads to shock. Due to these similarities, some sources place obstructive shock under the category of cardiogenic shock.However, it is important to distinguish between the two types, because treatment is different. In cardiogenic shock, the problem is in the function of the heart itself. In obstructive shock, the underlying problem is not the pump. Rather, the input into the heart (venous return) is decreased or the pressure against which the heart is pumping (afterload) is higher than normal. Treating the underlying cause can reverse the shock. For example, tension pneumothorax needs rapid needle decompression. This decreases the pressure in the chest. Blood flow to and from the heart is restored, and shock resolves.

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1. obstructive shock

   Obstructive shock is a type of shock that occurs when the normal flow of blood in the body is blocked, resulting in organ failure due to lack of oxygen. It can be caused by various conditions including pulmonary embolism, heart diseases, or damage to the heart or lungs. It is considered a life-threatening medical emergency that needs immediate attention.

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1. Obstructive shock

   Obstructive shock is a form of shock associated with physical obstruction of the great vessels or the heart itself. Pulmonary embolism and cardiac tamponade are considered forms of obstructive shock. Obstructive shock has much in common with cardiogenic shock, and the two are frequently grouped together. Some sources do not recognize obstructive shock as a distinct category, and categorize pulmonary embolism and cardiac tamponade under cardiogenic shock.

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   The numerical value of obstructive shock in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

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   The numerical value of obstructive shock in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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