Various pathologies can affect muscle cells, leading to functional impairment. In skeletal muscle, conditions such as muscular dystrophy result in progressive muscle weakness and degeneration due to genetic mutations affecting muscle proteins. Cardiac muscle cells can be affected by conditions like myocardial infarction, where a lack of blood supply leads to cell death and subsequent scar formation. Smooth muscle pathologies include asthma and hypertension, where abnormal smooth muscle contraction contributes to disease symptoms. Understanding the histological features of these pathologies is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
