ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -(HEE-muh-TOH-muh) A pool of mostly clotted blood that forms in an organ, tissue, or body space. A hematoma is usually caused by a broken blood vessel that was damaged by surgery or an injury. It can occur anywhere in the body, including the brain.

Detailed explanation-2: -Blood clots typically occur inside larger blood vessels, such as an artery or a vein. Doctors refer to a blood clot as a thrombus. Damage to blood vessels can cause large amounts of blood to leak into the surrounding tissue, forming so-called hematoma. This collection of blood can then become sticky and harden.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hematomas may be something to be concerned about. They can cause serious harm and if they get large enough, they may cause blood pressure to drop. They can even lead to shock, a life-threatening condition that happens when organs in the body don’t get enough blood or oxygen.

Detailed explanation-4: -Injuries and trauma are the most common causes of hematomas. Any damage to the walls of the blood vessels may cause blood leakage. This blood pools as it escapes the blood vessel, causing a hematoma. Injuries do not have to be severe to cause hematomas.

Detailed explanation-5: -Simple therapies at home may be utilized in treating superficial (under the skin) hematomas. Most injuries and bruises can be treated with resting, icing, compression, and elevating the area. This is remembered by the acronym RICE. These measures usually help to reduce inflammation and diminish its symptoms.