FUNDAMENTALS OF CELLULAR INJURY, ADAPTATION, AND INFLAMMATION

Cells constantly encounter stressors that challenge their structural integrity and function. The study of cellular injury, adaptation, and inflammation explores the mechanisms by which cells respond to harmful stimuli, adapt to environmental changes, and initiate protective inflammatory processes. This book provides a foundational understanding of these fundamental biological phenomena, integrating molecular pathways, histopathological findings, and clinical correlations. Readers will gain insights into the diverse responses of cells—whether through adaptation, repair, or irreversible damage—while examining the pivotal role of inflammation in both healing and disease progression. Aimed at students and professionals in biomedical sciences, pathology, and medicine, this work serves as a comprehensive guide to the dynamic interactions that shape cellular health and disease.