eksudativ

Eksudativ is a term used in medicine to describe a process involving the oozing of fluid and other substances from blood vessels into surrounding tissues or onto a surface. This typically occurs in response to inflammation or injury. The fluid that accumulates is known as exudate.

Exudate is characterized by its protein content and the presence of inflammatory cells, such as white blood cells. This differs from transudate, which is a clear fluid with low protein content that accumulates due to pressure imbalances rather than inflammation.

The appearance of exudate can vary depending on the underlying cause. It may be serous, meaning watery and clear or yellowish, like in blisters. It can also be fibrinous, containing a higher concentration of fibrin, which can lead to a thicker, gel-like consistency. Purulent exudate, commonly known as pus, is thick, opaque, and often yellowish-green, indicating the presence of a significant number of white blood cells and cellular debris, usually due to bacterial infection. Hemorrhagic exudate contains red blood cells, suggesting bleeding into the affected area.

Conditions that can lead to eksudativ processes include infections, burns, allergic reactions, and autoimmune diseases. The presence and characteristics of exudate are important diagnostic clues for healthcare professionals, helping to determine the nature and severity of a condition and guide treatment decisions. The body's inflammatory response aims to remove the causative agent and initiate tissue repair, with exudation playing a crucial role in this process.