For the art portion of the STEAM Project, my partner Riley Ladd created a thoughtful and visually clear drawing that represents thrombophilia and the effects it has on pregnancy. According to Voicu et al., 2020, thrombophilia refers to a group of genetical disorders that can cause blood to clot abnormally. This condition is linked to complications like recurrent pregnancy loss, fetal growth restriction, late miscarriages, stillbirth and preeclampsia. Riley’s illustration does an excellent job of visually demonstrating how thrombophilia can negatively impact pregnancy outcomes.
In Riley’s artwork, the anatomy of pregnancy is represented well. Which includes a fully developed fetus in utero, uterus, placenta, cervix and the umbilical cord connecting the placenta to the baby. What stands out the most in the drawing are the visible red clumps within the uterus—representing blood clots that are not typically present in a healthy pregnancy. These clots are located near the placenta, showcasing one of the major concerns of thrombophilia where it causes the blood to clot abnormally. Voicu et al., 2020, shares the predisposition to clotting would lead to thrombosis in the placental vasculature which results in restricting oxygen and nutrient exchange, leading to fetal growth restriction.
Riley’s drawing effectively communicates the seriousness of the condition while remaining medically accurate and easy to understand. The creative illustration thoughtfully connects our course, demonstrating both a strong understanding of the topic and the research behind it. Visually, it is both accurate and creative. Overall, the artwork served as a powerful STEAM educational tool that enhanced my understanding of Thrombophilia and the effects it has on pregnancy.
Source:
Voicu, D., Munteanu, O., Gherghiceanu, F., Arsene, L., Bohiltea, R., Gradinaru, D., & Cirstoiu, M. (2020). Maternal inherited thrombophilia and pregnancy outcomes. Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine. https://doi.org/10.3892/etm.2020.8747
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For the art portion of the STEAM Project, my partner Riley Ladd created a thoughtful and visually clear drawing that represents thrombophilia and the effects it has on pregnancy. According to Voicu et al., 2020, thrombophilia refers to a group of genetical disorders that can cause blood to clot abnormally. This condition is linked to complications like recurrent pregnancy loss, fetal growth restriction, late miscarriages, stillbirth and preeclampsia. Riley’s illustration does an excellent job of visually demonstrating how thrombophilia can negatively impact pregnancy outcomes.
In Riley’s artwork, the anatomy of pregnancy is represented well. Which includes a fully developed fetus in utero, uterus, placenta, cervix and the umbilical cord connecting the placenta to the baby. What stands out the most in the drawing are the visible red clumps within the uterus—representing blood clots that are not typically present in a healthy pregnancy. These clots are located near the placenta, showcasing one of the major concerns of thrombophilia where it causes the blood to clot abnormally. Voicu et al., 2020, shares the predisposition to clotting would lead to thrombosis in the placental vasculature which results in restricting oxygen and nutrient exchange, leading to fetal growth restriction.
Riley’s drawing effectively communicates the seriousness of the condition while remaining medically accurate and easy to understand. The creative illustration thoughtfully connects our course, demonstrating both a strong understanding of the topic and the research behind it. Visually, it is both accurate and creative. Overall, the artwork served as a powerful STEAM educational tool that enhanced my understanding of Thrombophilia and the effects it has on pregnancy.
Source:
Voicu, D., Munteanu, O., Gherghiceanu, F., Arsene, L., Bohiltea, R., Gradinaru, D., & Cirstoiu, M. (2020). Maternal inherited thrombophilia and pregnancy outcomes. Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine. https://doi.org/10.3892/etm.2020.8747