In pathology, cells are described as plasmacytoid if they are round and if the nucleus (the part of the cell that holds the genetic material) is located to the side of the side. Pathologists often describe the location of the nucleus as eccentric or peripheral. These cells are described as plasmacytoid because they look like …
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In pathology, cells are described as epithelioid if they are round, have lots of cytoplasm (the material found inside the body of the cell), and have a round to oval-shaped nucleus (the part of the cell that holds the genetic material). They are called epithelioid because they look like epithelial cells – specialized cells found …
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Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (LSIL) in the anal canal and anus is an abnormal growth caused by infection with human papillomavirus (HPV). The abnormal growth seen in LSIL is an example of dysplasia. Although the overall risk is low, LSIL is considered a precancerous condition because it can turn into a type of anal cancer …
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Anal intraepithelial neoplasia is a condition that affects the cells lining the anus. It is considered a precancerous disease, which means that while the cells show abnormal changes, they are not yet cancer. However, in some cases, these abnormal cells can develop into a type of cancer called squamous cell carcinoma over time. The risk …
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E-cadherin is a protein normally found on the surface of epithelial cells. Epithelial cells line the surfaces inside and outside of your body, including your skin, digestive tract, and various organs. E-cadherin helps epithelial cells stick tightly to each other, maintaining the structure and integrity of tissues. Why do pathologists test for E-cadherin? Pathologists test …
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Invasive mammary carcinoma is a diagnosis used to describe a cancerous tumour in the breast that has not been subclassified into a more specific type of breast cancer. Additional tests often result in the tumour being subclassified as invasive ductal carcinoma or invasive lobular carcinoma. Is invasive mammary carcinoma a type of breast cancer? Yes. …
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What does acute cholecystitis mean? Acute cholecystitis means active or ongoing inflammation of the gallbladder, a small pear-shaped organ that sits just under the liver. What causes acute cholecystitis? The most common cause of acute cholecystitis is the presence of a gallstone in the cystic duct, a small tube that allows for the flow of …
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What is erosive esophagitis? Erosive esophagitis is a type of injury that leads to the loss of cells on the inside of the esophagus. The loss of cells is called an erosion. What causes erosive esophagitis? The most common cause of erosive esophagitis is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition where acid from the stomach …
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Candida esophagitis is a medical condition where the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach, becomes infected by the Candida fungus. This infection causes inflammation and damage to the esophageal tissue. The condition is also known as esophageal candidiasis or thrush. What causes Candida esophagitis? Candida esophagitis is caused by …
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Herpes esophagitis is an infection of the esophagus (the tube connecting your mouth to your stomach) caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The infection causes inflammation and damages the lining of the esophagus, making it difficult and painful to swallow. What causes herpes esophagitis? Herpes esophagitis happens when the herpes simplex virus infects the …
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