6 Questions
What is the defining characteristic of dry gangrene?
Coagulative necrosis involving multiple tissue planes
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gangrenous necrosis?
It is a specific pattern of cell death
How does wet gangrene differ from dry gangrene?
Wet gangrene involves more liquefactive necrosis due to bacterial infection
What is the primary cause of dry gangrene?
Loss of blood supply
Which type of gangrene is associated with more rapid tissue destruction?
Wet gangrene
What is the primary difference between dry and wet gangrene?
The presence of bacterial infection
Test your knowledge on cell injury, necrosis, and inflammation with this quiz. Explore the concepts of reversible cell injury and pathological processes that lead to necrosis.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
