thrombolitischen
Thrombolitischen refers to thrombolysis, a medical treatment that dissolves blood clots. This process utilizes medications known as thrombolytics, or "clot busters." These drugs work by activating plasminogen, a protein naturally present in the body, which then converts into plasmin. Plasmin is an enzyme that breaks down fibrin, the main structural component of blood clots, thereby dissolving them.
Thrombolytic therapy is primarily used in emergency situations where a blood clot is causing a life-threatening
The administration of thrombolytic agents is typically done intravenously. Several types of thrombolytic drugs are available,
While highly effective, thrombolytic therapy carries risks, most notably bleeding. This is because thrombolytics, by dissolving