Study of Disease Processes ((3 Units))

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of pathology, focusing on the essential principles of disease processes. Students will explore the causes (etiology), mechanisms (pathogenesis), and effects (morphological and functional changes) of diseases on the human body. Topics include cellular injury, inflammation, tissue repair, and the pathology of major organ systems. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how diseases develop and their clinical manifestations. This course serves as a foundation for advanced studies in health sciences, biology, and medicine.