module 1 - introduction to pathology Flashcards
(30 cards)
the study of structural and functional manifestations of disease
PATHOLOGY
the study of disease that can cause abnormalities in the structure or function of various organ systems
PATHOLOGY
study of various pathologic conditions and its effect on radiologic procedures, techniques and overall radiographic image
RADIOLOGIC PATHOLOGY
observable changes resulting from cellular changes in the disease process
MANIFESTATIONS
the sequence of events producing cellular changes that ultimately lead to observable changes
PATHOGENESIS
any abnormal disturbance of the function or structure of the human body as a result of some type of injury
DISEASE
the patient’s perception of the disease
SYMPTOM
objective manifestation and can be detected by the physician during examination
SIGN
a group of signs and symptoms that characterizes a specific abnormal disturbance
SYNDROME
cleft lip aka
Patau’s syndrome
pinching of nerve due to the inflammation and swelling of tendons
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
aka mermaid syndrome
sirenomelia
the study of the cause of a disease
ETIOLOGY
those adverse responses that occur from medical treatment itself
iatrogenic reactions
showing or causing no identifiable symptoms
asymptomatic
example of idiopathic
hutchinson-gilford progeria
which has been acquired while the patient is in a hospital
NOSOCOMIAL INFECTION
examples of chronic diseases
asthma
heart disease
hypertension
arthritis
diabetes mellitus
low back pain
present more slowly and last for a very long time
chronic disease
usually have a quick onset and last for a short period of time
acute diseases
the investigation of disease in large groups
epidemiology
examples of acute diseases
gastroenteritis
lacerations
middle ear infection
upper respiratory infection
pneumonia
fractures
Identification of a disease an individual is believed to have
diagnosis
the prediction of course and outcome for a given disease
prognosis