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What is granulation tissue? Granulation tissue is a type of tissue formed on the surfaces of a wound during the healing process. It is considered the hallmark of the healing process. The term

COMPLICATIONS OF CIRRHOSIS Consequences of portal hypertension 1. Increased blood flow through porto caval anastomoses leads to development of dilated veins at the lower end of oesophagus. These

Anatomy of the Liver: Lobes: The liver is divided into four lobes: the right lobe, left lobe, caudate lobe, and quadrate lobe. Segments: Each lobe is further subdivided into functional units called

What is Pheochromocytoma, and where is it typically located? Pheochromocytomas are neoplasms of the adrenal medulla composed of chromaffin cells, which can release catecholamines and sometimes peptide

Define Necrosis: Necrosis is a process of localized cell death followed by the degradation of tissue by hydrolytic enzymes. It is characterized by the inability of the cells to maintain membrane

1. What are the precautions you should take before performing an autopsy? The general principles for ensuring safety involve recognition of risk, identification of hazards which give rise to these

1. What is autopsy? The term "autopsy" derives from the Ancient Greek word – autopsia meaning "to see for oneself" (autos, "oneself") and (opsis, "sight, view"). Autopsy is a surgical procedure that

What is medullary thyroid carcinoma? A: Medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) is a form of cancer originating from the parafollicular cells (C cells) of the thyroid gland. These cells are known for