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What primarily characterizes fibrosis in tissue repair?
What primarily characterizes fibrosis in tissue repair?
- Increased vascularization
- Regeneration of nerve cells
- Proliferation of epithelial cells
- Extensive collagen deposition (correct)
What is the main function of growth factors in tissue regeneration?
What is the main function of growth factors in tissue regeneration?
- Initiating DNA synthesis
- Directing the formation of scar tissue
- Stimulating stem cell apoptosis
- Maintaining the integrity of the extracellular matrix (correct)
Which phase does the G1 restriction point occur in?
Which phase does the G1 restriction point occur in?
- G1 phase (correct)
- S phase
- G0 phase
- M phase
What type of cells produce the majority of collagen in the liver?
What type of cells produce the majority of collagen in the liver?
What is the main role of the S cyclins?
What is the main role of the S cyclins?
What happens during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?
What happens during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?
Which of the following statements about cell cycle checkpoints is correct?
Which of the following statements about cell cycle checkpoints is correct?
Which cell cycle phase is characterized by presynthetic growth?
Which cell cycle phase is characterized by presynthetic growth?
What drives cell proliferation during regeneration?
What drives cell proliferation during regeneration?
Which of the following cellular mechanisms can alter cell numbers?
Which of the following cellular mechanisms can alter cell numbers?
What significant changes occur during the second week of healing by first intention?
What significant changes occur during the second week of healing by first intention?
By the end of the first month of healing by first intention, what is a characteristic feature of the scar?
By the end of the first month of healing by first intention, what is a characteristic feature of the scar?
What is the role of myofibroblasts in the healing process by second intention?
What is the role of myofibroblasts in the healing process by second intention?
In which situation does healing by second intention most commonly occur?
In which situation does healing by second intention most commonly occur?
What characterizes chronic wounds in the healing process?
What characterizes chronic wounds in the healing process?
What leads to the formation of contractures in wounds?
What leads to the formation of contractures in wounds?
Which of the following chronic wounds can occur as a result of venous insufficiency?
Which of the following chronic wounds can occur as a result of venous insufficiency?
During the healing by first intention, what process begins after collagen deposition?
During the healing by first intention, what process begins after collagen deposition?
What is expected to be permanently lost in a healing wound that destroys dermal appendages?
What is expected to be permanently lost in a healing wound that destroys dermal appendages?
What is a potential complication associated with abnormal wound healing?
What is a potential complication associated with abnormal wound healing?
What is the primary role of G1 cyclins in the cell cycle?
What is the primary role of G1 cyclins in the cell cycle?
Which checkpoint ensures that DNA has been accurately replicated before cell division?
Which checkpoint ensures that DNA has been accurately replicated before cell division?
Which type of tissues are characterized as having cells that are continuously lost and replaced from stem cells?
Which type of tissues are characterized as having cells that are continuously lost and replaced from stem cells?
What is the main characteristic of permanent tissues?
What is the main characteristic of permanent tissues?
Which growth factor is primarily involved in wound healing and the proliferation of specific cells?
Which growth factor is primarily involved in wound healing and the proliferation of specific cells?
How do growth factors signal in the same cell that produces them?
How do growth factors signal in the same cell that produces them?
What is a primary function of the extracellular matrix (ECM)?
What is a primary function of the extracellular matrix (ECM)?
Which constituents are primarily found in the basement membrane of the ECM?
Which constituents are primarily found in the basement membrane of the ECM?
What type of stem cells are derived from embryos and possess the potential to become any cell type?
What type of stem cells are derived from embryos and possess the potential to become any cell type?
What is a common function of growth factors besides stimulating cell growth?
What is a common function of growth factors besides stimulating cell growth?
What is the primary component of interstitial ECM?
What is the primary component of interstitial ECM?
Which of the following families do adhesion receptors belong to?
Which of the following families do adhesion receptors belong to?
What type of tissue forms during the healing process of a wound?
What type of tissue forms during the healing process of a wound?
Which type of wound healing results in minimal scarring?
Which type of wound healing results in minimal scarring?
What is the sequence of tissue appearance during the healing of skin wounds?
What is the sequence of tissue appearance during the healing of skin wounds?
What does the remodeling phase of scarring primarily involve?
What does the remodeling phase of scarring primarily involve?
During which time frame does the remodeling of connective tissue begin following injury?
During which time frame does the remodeling of connective tissue begin following injury?
Which condition is characterized by the replacement of injured cells with connective tissue?
Which condition is characterized by the replacement of injured cells with connective tissue?
What is the gross appearance of granulation tissue?
What is the gross appearance of granulation tissue?
What typically happens to a clean surgical incision during healing by first intention?
What typically happens to a clean surgical incision during healing by first intention?
Study Notes
Types of Tissue Repair
- Two main reactions for tissue repair: regeneration and scar formation.
- Regeneration: Involves proliferation of residual uninjured cells and maturation of tissue stem cells.
- Scar Formation: Involves deposition of connective tissue.
Scar Formation (Connective Tissue Deposition)
- Fibrosis: Extensive collagen deposition due to chronic inflammation or ischemic necrosis; commonly in lungs, liver, kidney, and myocardium.
- Stellate Cells: Major collagen producers in the liver.
Cell and Tissue Regeneration
- Cell proliferation is driven by growth factors (GFs) and the integrity of the extracellular matrix (ECM).
- Mature cells develop from stem cells.
Mechanisms Regulating Cell Populations
- Changes in cell numbers through stem cell input, apoptosis, and alterations in proliferation rates.
Cell Cycle Phases
- G1 phase: Pre-synthetic growth.
- S phase: DNA synthesis.
- G2 phase: Pre-mitotic growth.
- M phase: Mitosis.
- G0 state: Quiescent cells not actively cycling.
Cell-Cycle Checkpoints
- G1/S Checkpoint: Monitors DNA integrity before committing to DNA replication.
- G2/M Checkpoint: Ensures accurate DNA replication before cell division.
- M/G1 Checkpoint: Verifies attachment of chromosomes to the spindle and checks DNA damage.
Proliferative Capacities of Tissues
- Labile Tissues: Continuously dividing tissues (e.g., small and large bowel, skin, bone marrow).
- Stable Tissues: Quiescent cells that can re-enter the cell cycle for regeneration (e.g., liver).
- Permanent Tissues: Terminally differentiated and non-proliferative cells (e.g., neurons, cardiac muscle).
Stem Cells
- Embryonic Stem Cells: Totipotent cells derived from embryos with the potential to become any cell type.
- Adult Stem Cells: Derived from adult tissues, yielding a restricted range of cells.
Growth Factors
- Stimulate cell survival and proliferation; influence movement, contractility, and differentiation important in wound healing.
- Mutations in growth control genes can lead to oncogenesis.
- Key families: Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), Transforming Growth Factor-beta (TGF-beta), Fibroblast Growth Factor (FGF), Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF), Platelet-Derived Growth Factor.
Extracellular Matrix (ECM)
- Composite of proteins forming a network surrounding cells, essential for development and repair.
- Major components include collagen, elastin, and fibroblasts.
- Functions: Water sequestration, mechanical support, controlling cell proliferation, and serving as a reservoir for growth factors.
Role of ECM in Tissue Repair
- ECM exists as interstitial matrix and basement membrane.
- Interstitial Matrix: Composed of fibrillar and nonfibrillar collagens, fibronectin, elastin, and proteoglycans.
- Basement Membrane: Mainly made up of type IV collagen and laminin.
Adhesive Glycoproteins and Adhesion Receptors
- Fibronectin: Major component of interstitial ECM.
- Laminin: Key constituent of basement membrane.
- Cell Adhesion Molecules (CAMs): Includes immunoglobulins, cadherins, selectins, and integrins.
Wound Healing
- If regeneration is insufficient, repair involves scar formation replacing injured cells with connective tissue.
- Granulation Tissue: Proliferating fibroblasts, loose connective tissue, and new blood vessels typical for healing wounds.
Healing Processes
- Primary Intention: Healing with minimal scarring, mainly through epithelial regeneration (e.g., surgical incisions).
- Secondary Intention: More complex healing with significant regeneration and scarring (e.g., large wounds, abscesses).
Healing By First Intention
- Surgical incision with minimal tissue loss and rapid epithelial regeneration, forming a small scar.
- Involves fibrin-clotted blood transitioning to granulation tissue and new epithelium.
Healing By Second Intention
- Occurs in extensive tissue losses involving significant inflammation and granulation tissue formation.
- Wound contraction mediated by myofibroblasts leads to a larger scar.
Chronic Wounds
- Commonly observed in conditions such as venous leg ulcers, arterial ulcers, pressure sores, and diabetic ulcers.
Contractures
- Exaggerated wound contraction that can occur after burns, resulting in restricted movement and deformities.
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Explore the two main mechanisms of tissue repair: regeneration and scar formation. Understand how damaged tissues recover through the proliferation of uninjured cells and connective tissue deposition. This quiz covers essential concepts related to fibrosis and its implications in various organs.
