Haemodynamics mnemonic

Components of Virchow's triad for thrombosis

The mnemonic

Wall, Flow, Blood

What each word stands for

  • WallEndothelial injury
  • FlowStasis or turbulence
  • BloodHypercoagulability

Why it matters clinically

Explains why immobility, atrial fibrillation and cancer all raise thrombosis risk.

Where it stops being reliable

Names the three factors only; it does not rank them or explain arterial versus venous thrombi.

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What is the Haemodynamics mnemonic?

Wall, Flow, Blood. It helps you recall: Components of Virchow's triad for thrombosis.

What does "Wall" stand for?

Endothelial injury

What does "Flow" stand for?

Stasis or turbulence

What does "Blood" stand for?

Hypercoagulability

What are all the parts of the Wall, Flow, Blood mnemonic?

Wall: Endothelial injury; Flow: Stasis or turbulence; Blood: Hypercoagulability.

Which topic does this mnemonic belong to?

It belongs to Haemodynamics in Pathology.

Where does this mnemonic stop being reliable?

Names the three factors only; it does not rank them or explain arterial versus venous thrombi.

How is this useful clinically?

Explains why immobility, atrial fibrillation and cancer all raise thrombosis risk.

How do I make this mnemonic stick?

Say it aloud, write it from memory tomorrow, then again in a week. Then test yourself on a Pathology question about Haemodynamics.

Is this a standard mnemonic?

It is a teaching aid written or adapted by our team. Some resemble ones students share informally. Check any fact that matters in a standard source.