Lardaceous Spleen Question 1. Write a short note on the lardaceous spleen. Answer: It is the pattern of the spleen that is seen due to amyloid deposition inside the spleen. Lardaceous spleen Gross Features There is generally moderate to marked splenomegaly. The cut surface of the spleen shows map-like areas of amyloid. lardaceous spleen Microscopic … [Read more...] about Lardaceous Spleen
The Changing Concepts Of Amyloid
The Changing Concepts Of Amyloid Question 1. Define amyloidosis. Enumerate special stains for amyloid. Describe the gross and microscopic anatomy of the spleen in amyloidosis. Answer: Amyloidosis is the term used for a group of diseases characterized by the extracellular deposition of a fibrillar proteinaceous substance called amyloid having a common morphological … [Read more...] about The Changing Concepts Of Amyloid
Leukocyte Extravasation
Leukocyte Extravasation Give a brief account of cellular events in acute inflammation. Or Describe exudation of leucocytes in acute inflammation. Answer: The cellular phase of inflammation consists of two processes: Exudation of leucocytes. Phagocytosis. Cellular events in acute inflammation: Exudation of Leucocytes: The escape of leucocytes from the lumen … [Read more...] about Leukocyte Extravasation
Chemical Mediators Of Inflammation
Chemical Mediators Of Inflammation Describe the chemical mediators of acute inflammation. Or Describe briefly the chemical mediators of inflammation. Or Write a short note on chemical mediators of inflammation. Or Write in detail the chemical mediators of inflammation and their role in inflammation. Or Mention the names of chemical mediators of acute inflammation and … [Read more...] about Chemical Mediators Of Inflammation
Periodontal Disease
Periodontal Disease Question 1. Discuss common chronic inflammatory conditions in relation to dental pathology. Answer: Chronic inflammation and degeneration of supporting tissues of teeth resulting in teeth loss is a common condition. Inflammatory periodontal diseases affect adults more commonly. Pregnancy, puberty and use of drugs like Dilantin are also … [Read more...] about Periodontal Disease