6 terms in pathology
Pathology is the study of disease — its causes, mechanisms, and effects on the body. As the bridge between basic science and clinical medicine, pathology is central to diagnosis and treatment.
Pathologic extracellular deposition of insoluble misfolded protein fibrils (β-pleated sheets) in tissues, leading to progressive organ dysfu…
Chronic inflammatory arterial disease marked by cholesterol-rich plaque (atheroma) buildup in medium and large arteries, leading to progress…
A small organized collection of immune cells (especially macrophages) that forms when the immune system tries to wall off a substance or pat…
A family of small, non-enveloped double-stranded DNA viruses that infect epithelial cells. Low-risk types (e.g., HPV 6 and 11) cause benign …
Disease caused by prolonged vitamin C (ascorbic acid) deficiency, leading to defective collagen synthesis and weakened blood vessels, skin, …
Inflammation of blood vessel walls leading to vessel wall damage, thickening, narrowing/occlusion, and reduced blood flow (ischemia).
Pathology is the study of disease — its causes, mechanisms, and effects on the body. As the bridge between basic science and clinical medicine, pathology is central to diagnosis and treatment.
The EnterMedSchool glossary contains 6 terms in pathology, each with definitions, clinical relevance, exam tips, and mnemonics designed for medical students.
Key pathology terms that frequently appear on medical licensing exams include Amyloidosis, Atherosclerosis, Granuloma, Human papillomavirus, Scurvy, and 1 more. Each term page includes exam-focused content and clinical cases.