VMEDG 1641 is the first half of a 2-course series that introduces concepts in disease recognition and pathogenesis. The beginning of this course introduces the student to general pathophysiologic mechanisms that cause disease, including biochemical, structural, and functional changes. Concepts covered include normal and altered cell development, metabolic diseases, inflammation, cell aging and repair, immunopathology, and neoplasia. The remainder of this course focuses on common diseases within specific body systems (cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and reproductive). The system-based sessions focus on how diseases develop, their gross and microscopic appearance, and how they present in a clinical context. Laboratories will supplement course material.
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