patomorfologia

Patomorfologia is a branch of pathology that focuses on the study of the structural and morphological changes that occur in tissues and organs as a result of disease. It is a crucial diagnostic discipline within medicine, relying heavily on microscopic examination of tissue samples, known as biopsies, or whole organs removed during surgery or autopsy. These samples are typically processed, stained, and then analyzed by a pathologist under a microscope.

The primary goal of patomorfologia is to identify the presence of disease, determine its nature (e.g., inflammatory, infectious, neoplastic), assess its severity, and often, to understand its progression. By observing cellular abnormalities, architectural distortions, and the presence of specific disease markers, patomorfologs can provide a definitive diagnosis that guides clinical treatment decisions. This field encompasses a wide range of subspecialties, including surgical pathology, cytopathology, and forensic pathology, each with its own specific applications. The findings from patomorfological examinations are fundamental for understanding disease mechanisms and developing new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.