FoM:L3 - Granulomas Flashcards
1
Q
What are epithelioid macrophages?
A
- responsible for secretion of cytokines
- morphologically resemble epithelial cells
2
Q
What is a granuloma?
A
- aggregates of epithelioid macrophages
- lymphocytes scattered
3
Q
What is granulomatous inflammation?
A
- inflammation where granulomas are found
- ## difficult to ingest material
4
Q
What is a multinucleate giant cell?
A
- phagocytes try engulf the same thing
- large cytoplasm and multiple nuclei
5
Q
What is caseous necrosis and why is it significant?
A
- looks like grey cream cheese
- characteristic of mycobacterial infection
