Systemic Pathology — Flashcards

The neuritic plaques seen in Alzheimer's are composed of _____ with entangled neuritic processes

_____ are soft, flesh-coloured, cauliflower-like papules that appear on the skin due to HPV infection of keratinocytes.

What is the mode of inheritance of SCID secondary to ADA deficiency? _____

_____ is characterized by bone spicule-shaped deposits around the macula

What MSK pathology is characterized by a reduction in trabecular and cortical bone mass and interconnections? _____

What MSK pathology is characterized by thick, heavy bone that fractures easily due to imbalance of osteoblast and osteoclast function? _____

What MSK pathology is characterized by thick, heavy bone that fractures easily due to failure of bone resorption? _____

Does sickle cell trait (one HbS allelle) protect against malaria? _____

Which vasculitis is characterized by a triad of:(1) Focal necrotizing vasculitis(2) Necrotizing granulomas in the lung and upper airway(3) Necrotizing glomerulonephritis_____

-thalassemia _____ is the mildest form of disease; asymptomatic with increased RBC count