Essential reading on the biology of disease and tissue change
This classic reference explains how tissues grow, waste, and respond to illness, with clear explanations of phenomena like hypertrophy and atrophy, and the formation of gummata in syphilis. Lightly technical but accessible, it helps readers see how structure links to function in health and disease, using concrete examples from various tissues.
The book frames pathology in practical terms, focusing on mechanisms that drive tissue change and how these changes affect organ function. Readers will gain a solid foundation for understanding how diseases alter the body's tissues and why those changes matter for diagnosis and treatment.
- Definitions and distinctions between hypertrophy, hyperplasia, and atrophy, with practical examples.
- Descriptions of gummata and their tissue organization, including central and peripheral zones observed under the microscope.
- Discussion of how tissue changes translate to clinical signs and organ performance.
- Illustrative detail that supports study and reference use for students and clinicians.
Ideal for readers of medical texts who want a clear, reference-style overview of how diseases alter tissues and organs.