Pathophysiology of left basal ganglia hemorrhage

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF LEFT BASAL GANGLIA HEMORRHAGE

By: Abigail B. Abalos

1. PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF LEFT BASAL GANGLIA HEMORRHAGE
(INTRACEREBRAL HEMORRHAGE)


Precipitating Factors:
Hypertension
Hypercholesterolemia
High Blood Glucose Level
High T CHON
Predisposing Factors:
Sedentary lifestyle
Age
Diet
Sex
Heredity
Self-medication

VASOCONSTRICTION
Blockage of the blood vessel
Lack of oxygen and nutrient supply
Altered Cerebral Perfusion
Decreased Cerebral Perfusion
Intracerebral hemorrhage (Bleeding)
Blood Clot formation
Pressure and brain compression
Signs and Symptoms:
Changes in movement (Ataxia)
Muscle Weakness (difficulty in
swallowing, smiling and talking)
Decreased cognitive function
Headache, nausea and vomiting
Personality changes: Change in
judgment, confused, difficulty
in understanding what is
happening around.
Inappropriate emotional
Responses
Blood irritates the nerves and tissues
Pain and Vomiting; parts of the brain
will shut down; decreased LOC