Scurvy

What is Scurvy?

Scurvy is a disease caused by vitamin C deficiency. What is the Pathology of Scurvy? The pathology of scurvy is: -Etiology: The cause of scurvy is vitamin C deficiency. -Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to scurvy is a…
Amyloidosis

What is Amyloidosis?

Amyloidosis is a rare disease that occurs when amyloid protein deposits on certain organs which may alter the organs normal function. What is the Pathology of Amyloidosis? The pathology of amyloidosis is: -Etiology: The cause of amyloidosis is the deposition…
Hematoma

What is a Hematoma?

A hematoma is a collection of blood outside of blood vessels. What is the Pathology of Hematomas? The pathology of hematoma is: -Etiology: The cause of hematoma is typically trauma. -Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to hematoma is…
Ecchymosis

What is Ecchymosis?

Ecchymoses are purple flat patches on the skin that are commonly known as bruises.  What is the Pathology of Ecchymoses? The pathology of ecchymoses is: -Etiology: The cause of ecchymoses is typically trauma. -Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead…
Coagulation Factor Defects

What are Coagulation Factor Defects?

Coagulation factor defects are abnormalities in coagulation factors that may alter the clotting process. What is the Pathology of Coagulation Factor Defects? The pathology of coagulation factor defects is: -Etiology: The cause of coagulation factor defects is typically an inherited…
Von Willebrand Disease

What is Von Willebrand Disease?

Von Willebrand disease is a blood disorder associated with excessive bleeding. What is the Pathology of the Von Willebrand Disease? The pathology of von Willebrand disease is: -Etiology: The cause of von Willebrand disease is an inherited defect. -Genes involved:…
Platelet Dysfunctions

What are Platelet Dysfunctions?

Platelet dysfunctions are a group of bleeding disorders in which the platelets do not function appropriately, leading to bleeding. What is the Pathology of Platelet Dysfunctions? The pathology of platelet dysfunctions is: -Etiology: The cause of platelet dysfunctions is a…
Hemorrhagic Disorders

What are Hemorrhagic Disorders?

Hemorrhagic disorders are a group of disorders that share the inability to form a proper blood clot. Hemorrhagic disorders include: Primary hemostasis defects: platelet dysfunction, von Willebrand disease.Secondary hemostasis defects: coagulation factor defects.Small vessel defects: ecchymoses, hematoma, amyloidosis, scurvy.
Congestion

What is Congestion?

Congestion is a general term that refers to a feeling of stuffiness in the nasal or breathing passageways. What is the Pathology of Congestion? The pathology of congestion is: -Etiology: The cause of congestion is typically increased blood volume to…
Hyperemia

What is Hyperemia?

Hyperemia is an excess of blood in vessels supplying a particular organ or limb. What is the Pathology of Hyperemia? The pathology of hyperemia is: -Etiology: The cause of hyperemia varies greatly, from exercise, inflammation, to organ failure. -Pathogenesis: The…