531-031 Pathology 1 - 3rd Year M.B.,B.S.

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Subject Description

Comprehension of the terminology and molecular basis and principles regarding the major types of disease processes, their causes and the responses of cells; development of skills to identify and interpret the appearance of disease processes; acquiring communication skills to describe diseases; appreciate the importance of evaluation of the clinical manifestations of diseases; and the capabilities and limitations of laboratory investigations (including all clinical pathology disciplines and radiology). The subject covers: First semester - General Pathology: Injury to cells and tissues; reaction to injury; vascular disorders; diabetes; disorders of growth; other pathological processes; environmental and nutritional disorders; genetic and developmental disorders; infectious disease; immunopathology. Second semester - Systemic Pathology: Respiratory system; cardio-vascular system; gastrointestinal tract; kidney and urinary tract; bone; endocrine system; blood and lymphoid system; neuropathology.

Assessment

A 1-hour written examination at the end of first semester (30%) An essay of up to 3000 words (optional), a 2-hour written examination (40%) and a 2-hour practical examination (30%) at the end of second semester. Viva voce examinations may be required.

Prescribed Texts

• Cotran R S, Kumar V and Robbins S L, Robbins Pathologic Basis of Disease. latest ed., Saunders.
  or
  Rubin E and Farber J L, Pathology. latest ed., Lippincott.