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Predisposition factor of Appendicitis The most common cause of appendicitis is luminal obstruction by feces, which ultimately damage the mucosal blood supply and tear that causes inflammation (Esther Monica, 2002: 63). Lumen is usually by faecal and stimulate release of mucus secretions that cause swelling. The cause of appendicitis also can occur because tumors, worms, viruses and bacteria that enter the appendix and cause the appendix to swell due to a lot of mucus out. From the description of the experts on the causes of appendicitis are: Lumen obstruction by feces Fecalith in lumen appendik Tumor Worms Viruses or bacteria Meanwhile, according Oswari E (2005: 211) cause of appendicitis is not known with certainty. Germs are often found in the appendix is not known with certainty. Lumen which is often found in the appendix is found in the inflamed appendix is E. Coli and streptococcus. Etiology Appendisitis by Inayah Iin (2004: 196) is: Dietary fiber less Stone Tumor Worms or parasi...

Lung abscess is a type of coagulation necrosis of the pulmonary tissue and formation of cavities (more than 2 cm) containing necrotic debris or fluid caused by microbial infection. This pus-filled cavity is often caused by aspiration, which may occur during altered consciousness. Alcoholism is the most common condition predisposing to lung abscesses. Lung abscess is considered primary (60%) when it results from existing lung parenchymal process and is termed secondary when it complicates another process e.g. vascular emboli or follows rupture of extrapulmonary abscess into lung. Predisposing Factors of Lung abscess There is a source of respiratory tract infections. Infection of the mouth, larynx tumors infected, bronchitis, bronchiectasis and lung cancer are infected. Endurance respiratory disturbance In laryngeal paralysis, aspiration of gastric fluid because it is unconscious, esophageal cancer, and sillia movement disorders. Mechanical obstruction of the airways due to aspiration of...

A myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is a medical emergency that occurs when a portion of the heart is deprived of oxygen because of blockage of one of the coronary arteries, which supply the heart muscle (myocardium) with blood. Lack of oxygen causes characteristic chest pain and death of myocardial tissue. Predisposing Factors of Myocardial Infarction Biological risk factors that can not be changed : More than 40 years of age Sex: high incidence in males, whereas in women increases after menopause Heredity Race: higher incidence in blacks. Risk factors that can be modified : Major: Hyperlipidemia Hypertension Smoke Diabetes Obesity Diets high in saturated fat, calories Minor: Physical activity Personality pattern: type A (emotional, aggressive, ambitious, competitive). Excessive psychological stress.