General and Systemic Histopathology, C601&C602
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Even though this slide
is generally faded, it is still possible to see the nodularity of the liver
by just viewing it on a white background. See this slide with the virtual microscope. |
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This is an unbelievable example of cirrhosis! Look at the slide on a white background first to see the degree of nodularity. You will see the bridging fibrosis between triads with "triadal collapse," as well as a marked inflammatory infiltrate throughout this slide. What would you suspect to be the etiologic agent of this particular case? Hint: the combination of liver and pancreatic disease suggests a short chain hydrocarbon with toxic properties might be at work. (Ethanol perhaps?) |