Inflammation

Question 1

Explain the role of acute inflammation and describe the underlying physiological mechanisms of the 5 cardinal signs of inflammation

Question 2

Describe the phases in the acute inflammatory process

Question 3

Describe the main cell types involved in the acute inflammatory process and describe their role

Question 4

Describe the origin and role of the main cellular and plasma derived mediators of acute inflammation

Question 5

Describe the systemic manifestations of acute inflammation and the role of acute phase proteins in the acute phase response

Question 6

List the main outcomes of acute inflammation

Question 7

Describe the differences between tissue resolution and tissue repair

Question 8

List the factors affecting the capacity of tissue to repair

Question 9

Describe the tissue repair process

Question 10

Describe the process of wound healing in relation to skin

Question 11

Describe the formation and healing of an abscess

Question 12

Describe the process of chronic inflammation including the key cells and mediators involved