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Programmed cell death: necrosis versus apoptosis

E Farber1

  • 1Department of Pathology, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Modern Pathology : an Official Journal of the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology, Inc
|June 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Understanding cell death, including programmed cell death (apoptosis) and necrosis, is crucial yet confusing. This work calls for a fundamental reevaluation of how cells die and how death can be assessed.

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Area of Science:

  • Cell biology
  • Cell pathology
  • Biomedical science

Background:

  • Cell death is vital in biological processes and diseases, with growing interest in programmed cell death (apoptosis).
  • Distinguishing apoptosis from classical necrosis remains a significant challenge in cell biology.
  • The current understanding of cell death mechanisms is often confusing and lacks clarity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically review the literature on cell death, focusing on apoptosis versus necrosis.
  • To highlight the confusion and lack of clarity in the current understanding of cell death.
  • To advocate for a fundamental reevaluation of how cells die and how cell death is assessed.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific articles on cell death, apoptosis, and necrosis.
  • Analysis of existing research to identify inconsistencies and areas of confusion.
  • Conceptual reevaluation of cell death principles.

Main Results:

  • Significant confusion exists in differentiating apoptosis from necrosis in scientific literature.
  • The distinction between programmed cell death and necrosis is not clearly defined or universally understood.
  • Current methods for assessing cell death may lack rationality and consistency.

Conclusions:

  • A fundamental rethinking of cell death mechanisms and assessment is necessary.
  • Clarifying the concepts of apoptosis and necrosis is crucial for advancing cell biology and pathology.
  • Developing rational methods for assessing cell death is essential for future research.

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