What Are Some Common Neuropathological Conditions?

Several diseases can be diagnosed through neuropathological examination. Some of the most common include:

- Alzheimer's Disease: Characterized by the presence of amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles.
- Parkinson's Disease: Marked by the loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra.
- Multiple Sclerosis: Identified by demyelination and gliosis.
- Gliomas: A group of primary brain tumors that arise from glial cells.
- Infections: Conditions like viral encephalitis and bacterial meningitis show specific histological features such as inflammation and necrosis.