koeturse

Koeturse is a term used to describe swelling of body tissues caused by accumulation of fluid, cellular exudate or inflammatory infiltrate. The word combines elements meaning "tissue" and "swelling" in some languages and is often used in clinical contexts to denote a localized or generalized edematous process.

Causes range from local factors—trauma, infection, allergic reactions, and venous or lymphatic obstruction—to systemic conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, renal dysfunction and hypoalbuminemia. Inflammatory processes and increased capillary permeability are common mechanisms producing tissue swelling.

Clinical features depend on the site and severity and can include visible enlargement or puffiness, pain or tenderness, reduced mobility or function of the affected area, skin tension, and, in chronic cases, skin changes or fibrosis. Acute koeturse may be associated with warmth and redness when inflammation or infection is present.

Diagnosis is primarily clinical, supported by patient history and physical examination. Diagnostic tools can include imaging (ultrasound, radiography, CT or MRI), laboratory tests for infection or organ dysfunction, and specialized studies for lymphatic or vascular assessment.

Management aims at treating the underlying cause and may involve limb elevation, compression therapy, diuretics for systemic fluid overload, antibiotics for infection, allergy treatment, and interventions to relieve venous or lymphatic obstruction. Prognosis varies widely according to etiology and timeliness of treatment.