Gross pathology

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Gross Pathology

Gross pathology (pronounced: /ɡrōs pəˈTHäləjē/) refers to the examination of disease with the naked eye. It is a branch of pathology that is concerned with the diagnosis of disease based on the gross, microscopic, chemical, immunologic and molecular examination of organs, tissues, and whole bodies (autopsy).

Etymology

The term "gross pathology" originates from the Latin word "grossus," meaning large or thick, and the Greek word "pathos," meaning suffering. It refers to the study of changes in body tissues that are visible to the naked eye.

Related Terms

  • Histopathology: The study of changes in tissues caused by disease.
  • Cytopathology: The study of disease at the cellular level.
  • Autopsy: A post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease.
  • Biopsy: The removal of tissue for examination under a microscope.
  • Necropsy: The post-mortem examination of an animal.

Examination Process

The gross pathology examination process involves several steps:

  1. Visual Inspection: The pathologist first visually inspects the specimen for any abnormalities.
  2. Palpation: The pathologist may palpate, or feel, the specimen to assess its texture, size, consistency, and location of any lesions.
  3. Dissection: The pathologist may dissect the specimen to reveal hidden lesions or to better understand the relationship between different structures.
  4. Description: The pathologist describes the findings in a gross pathology report.

Applications

Gross pathology is used in various medical fields, including oncology, forensic pathology, and surgical pathology. It is crucial in the diagnosis and management of many diseases, particularly cancers.

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