A lecture in Metabolic response to injury. The first lecture in Surgery for the students in the department of anesthesia. Al Qabas University college in Mosul
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Metabolic response to Trauma Dr. Muthana Aljawadi Al. Qabas university college Mosul
Keep in mind This is the most important subject in surgery
Introduction and Objectives: The body's systemic physiological and metabolic changes in response to tissue damage, infection, or severe stress. Systems involved: A coordinated effort between the nervous, the endocrine & The immune systems. Objectives: Mobilize energy stores to fight off infection & start repair.
Importance: Understanding this response is crucial for patient management, enhance healing and minimize mortality. Aim: By the end of this lecture you should know what is metabolic response to trauma and its importance in your field.
Homeostasis = Normal physiology
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The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis الوطاء (أو تحت المهاد) الكظرية النخامية A complex neuroendocrine system that regulates the body's stress response and maintains homeostasis.
The adrenal gland
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Response to trauma Neuroendocrine reponse Metabolic response. Immune response
Mediators of the Metabolic Response-cont Pancreas: Altered insulin and glucagon secretion. Glucagon levels increase, promoting glucose release, while insulin sensitivity decreases. Other Hormones: ADH , Aldosterone (fluid and electrolyte balance), Growth hormone , Thyroid hormones. Next slide
Phases of the Metabolic Response Ebb phase. الانحسار Flow phase. التدفق Anabolic phase. البناء
A. Ebb Phase (Initial acute Phase) Timing: Immediately after injury, lasting approximately 24-48 hours. Purpose: To conserve circulating volume and energy, and to immediately initiate survival mechanisms.
Characteristics: Hypovolemia : Due to blood loss or fluid shifts. Decreased Metabolic Rate: Reduced oxygen consumption, hypothermia (initially), low cardiac output.
Ebb- cont Hormonal Response: High levels of Catecholamines (Epinephrine, Norepinephrine ), Cortisol , Aldosterone and ADH ( antidiuretic hormone). Effect: Vasoconstriction to maintain blood pressure and divert blood to vital organs.
Ebb- cont Metabolic Changes: Increased glycogenolysis (breakdown of glycogen to glucose) to provide immediate energy, but overall metabolism is depressed. Clinical Relevance: This is a clinical shock phase. Management: Proper resuscitation (fluid, oxygen) is critical to minimize its negative effects.
B. Flow Phase ( Hypermetabolic /Catabolic Phase ) Timing: A fter ebb phase, last for days to weeks depending on injury severity. Purpose: Mobilize energy substrates for tissue repair, wound healing, and immune function.
Characteristics: s ubdivided into 1. Hypermetabolism : Markedly increased metabolic rate, oxygen consumption, and energy expenditure. 2. Catabolism: Breakdown of endogenous stores ( Protein, Fat ) to provide energy & building blocks. Protein catabolism: 1.Muscle breakdown (proteolysis) : release amino acids for gluconeogenesis (glucose production from non-carbohydrate sources). 2. Synthesis of acute-phase proteins: (C-reactive protein, fibrinogen) by the liver. Fat Mobilization: Breakdown of fat ( lipolysis ) to release free fatty acids (FFAs) for energy. Hyperglycemia & Insulin Resistance: Gluconeogenesis and Glycogenolysis to provides glucose for glucose-dependent tissues (e.g., immune cells, brain).
Increased Body Temperature: Fever is common due to inflammatory mediators. Increased Cardiac Output & Respiratory Rate: To meet increased metabolic demands. Clinical Relevance: Weight loss , Muscle wasting & Impaired immune function. Management: Anti biotic cover, Anti inflammatory therapy, Pain killers, Nutritional support
Flow phase- cont Inflammatory Mediators (Cytokines): Pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-1, IL-6, and TNF-\alpha are released by immune cells at the site of injury and systemically . These cytokines play a crucial role in orchestrating the metabolic changes, including fever, acute-phase protein synthesis by the liver, and skeletal muscle proteolysis.
Flow phase-cont Clinical Relevance: Weight loss , Muscle wasting & Impaired immune function. Management: Anti biotic cover, Anti inflammatory therapy, Pain killers, Nutritional support
C. Anabolic Phase (Recovery/Reparative Phase) Timing: Begins as the stress subsides, lasting weeks to months. Purpose: To replace lost tissues, restore body composition, and regain strength. Characteristics: Anabolism: Protein and Fat synthesis, Weight Gain, Normal Metabolic Rate.. Hormonal Changes: Gradual decrease in stress hormones, increase in anabolic hormones (e.g., growth hormone, insulin-like growth factor-1). Clinical Relevance: Requires adequate nutritional intake to support rebuilding.
Anabolic phase- cont Hormonal Changes: Gradual decrease in stress hormones, increase in anabolic hormones (e.g., growth hormone, insulin-like growth factor-1) . Clinical Relevance: Requires adequate nutritional intake to support rebuilding.