pathology

5 definitions • 8 examples

the scientific study of disease:

He came to the United States to study pathology in 1983.

Typical coursework includes anatomy, physiology, and pathology.

the medical characteristics of a disease:

There is a lack of knowledge about the underlying pathology of the disease.

Planning care also requires a sound understanding of the pathology of the patient's illness.

a disease or medical condition:

CT scans help radiologists diagnose pathologies such as cancer.

Aging is the greatest risk factor for the leading causes of death and other age-related pathologies.

a social, mental, or language problem:

Domestic violence became widely recognized as one of the country's most vexing social pathologies.

Farrell called it immoral to execute criminals with severe pathologies.

the scientific study of disease