Cell pathology case studies Flashcards
1
Q
What is lymphoma?
A
A malignant tumour of lymphoid tissue
2
Q
What are the effects of atherosclerosis?
A
Occludes arteries slowly
Occludes arteries suddenly
Weakens artery walls.
3
Q
What are the effects of helicobacter infection on the stomach
A
Inflammation: acute, chronic
Cell damage: atrophy, metaplasia, dysplasia
Neoplasia: carcinomal, lymphoma
4
Q
What type of inflammation does helicobacter cause
A
Granulomatous inflammation
5
Q
What are the complications of helicobacter pylori
A
- heamorrhage
- perforation: a hole made
- obstruction
- cancer