PHYT 7124 - Pathology of Musculoskeletal System

(3) Credit Hours

This course will survey the clinical correlation of signs and symptoms of dysfunction of the musculoskeletal system. The fundamental concepts of histology, and disease-producing mechanisms and pathologic processes of the musculoskeletal system will be presented. Histopathology of body tissues and other organ systems will be reviewed. Principles of cellular immunology, inflammation and wound healing will be introduced.Spring semester; year 1. Differential course fee will be assessed.