How Does Histology Contribute to Understanding Cardiovascular Diseases?
Histology provides a window into the cellular and molecular changes that occur in cardiovascular diseases. For instance:
In atherosclerosis, histological studies reveal the accumulation of lipids and inflammatory cells within arterial walls. In myocardial infarction, histology helps identify areas of necrosis and subsequent scar tissue formation. In hypertension, vascular histology can show changes in the thickness and composition of blood vessel walls.
