Introduction to Pathology in Medical Practice

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Pathology is the science which deals with the study of ______

diseases

Factors which help development of the disease are called ______ factors

predisposing

Exciting factors is the direct cause of the disease and is also called the ______ cause

exciting

The official e-mail of the instructor is [email protected] and the mobile number is ______

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The study of diseases includes the following points: I-Etiology, II- Nature of the disease, III- Pathogenesis, IV- Pathological examination of the lesions, V- Prognosis, VI- Complications, VII – Fate, VIII - ______ investigations

pathological Signup and view all the answers

Define pathology and briefly explain its scope in medical practice.

Pathology is the science that deals with the study of diseases. Its scope in medical practice includes understanding the etiology, nature, pathogenesis, pathological examination of lesions, prognosis, complications, fate, and pathological investigations of diseases. Signup and view all the answers

What are the predisposing factors in the development of a disease? Provide examples for each type of predisposing factor.

Predisposing factors are those that help the development of a disease. Examples include decreased body defense (favors infection) and increased susceptibility (suggested to be hereditary) as in the case of bronchial asthma. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of exciting factors in relation to disease development, providing examples.

Exciting factors are the direct cause of the disease and cause lesions. Examples include defective fetal development in the uterus (congenital or hereditary) and acquired factors after birth, such as exogenous (environmental) factors like microbes and nutritional deficiencies. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of surgical pathology in medical practice?

Surgical pathology is important in medical practice as it involves the examination of tissues removed during surgery to diagnose a disease and help determine the appropriate treatment for the patient. Signup and view all the answers

Briefly describe the content covered in the introduction to pathology module.

The content includes the study of diseases, understanding terms in pathology, recognizing the importance of surgical pathology in medical practice, and covering topics such as etiology, nature of the disease, pathogenesis, pathological examination of lesions, prognosis, complications, fate, and pathological investigations. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference between etiology and pathogenesis in the context of pathology.

Etiology refers to the cause or origin of a disease, while pathogenesis refers to the development and progression of the disease process. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two ways in which predisposing factors can help in the development of a disease? Provide examples for each way.

Predisposing factors can help in the development of a disease by either decreasing body defense (e.g., favoring infection) or increasing susceptibility (e.g., hereditary factors such as bronchial asthma). Signup and view all the answers

Define exciting factors in the context of pathology and provide an example of an exciting factor.

Exciting factors are the direct causes of the disease, leading to the formation of lesions. An example of an exciting factor is defective fetal development in the uterus, which can result in congenital or hereditary conditions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of understanding the prognosis and complications of a disease in the field of pathology?

Understanding the prognosis and complications of a disease is crucial for guiding treatment decisions and predicting the potential outcomes for patients, which is essential for medical practice. Signup and view all the answers

How does surgical pathology contribute to the study and practice of medicine?

Surgical pathology plays a vital role in diagnosing diseases through the examination of tissues and organs obtained from surgical procedures, providing essential information for patient management and treatment. Signup and view all the answers

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