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Published on: October 19, 2014
Educational Case: Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Brenda Mai1, Karan Saluja1, Zhihong Hu1
1Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX, USA.
Academic Pathology
|July 17, 2020
Summary
This fictional case study serves as a learning tool for pathology education, aligning with national standards. It covers disease mechanisms, organ system pathology, and diagnostic medicine for medical students.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Pathology Training
Background:
- The Pathology Competencies for Medical Education (PCME) provide national standards for pathology teaching.
- Effective pathology education requires structured learning objectives across core competencies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a fictional case study as a practical learning tool.
- To support the curriculum outlined by the PCME standards.
Main Methods:
- A fictional case study was developed.
- The case study is designed to align with PCME competencies.
Main Results:
- The case study addresses Disease Mechanisms and Processes.
- It also covers Organ System Pathology.
- Diagnostic Medicine and Therapeutic Pathology are included.
Conclusions:
- This resource aids in teaching pathology according to national standards.
- It offers a practical approach to mastering key pathology competencies.
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