SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY:
The study and diagnosis of diseases affecting various organ systems in the body.
Key aspects of systemic pathology include:
1. **Organ-Specific Pathology:** Examines diseases as they affect individual organs (e.g., heart, liver, lungs) or systems (e.g., cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal).
2. **Disease Mechanisms:** Studies how diseases develop and progress in specific organs, including their causes, pathogenesis, and pathological features.
3. **Diagnostic Techniques:** Utilizes various diagnostic methods such as histopathology, cytology, molecular pathology, and immunohistochemistry to identify and characterize diseases in different organ systems.
4. **Clinical Correlation:** Relates pathological findings to clinical symptoms and presentations, helping to guide treatment and management of patients.
5. **Case Studies and Reports:** Often involves detailed analysis and reporting of specific cases to illustrate the diverse manifestations and variations of diseases in different organ systems.
Systemic pathology plays a crucial role in medical diagnosis, treatment planning, and understanding the impact of diseases on the human body. It bridges the gap between basic pathological processes and clinical practice by providing insights into how diseases manifest in specific organs and systems.