– Pathology forms the core of medical concepts – Around 15–20 questions are asked in NEET PG – Strong foundation boosts overall score – Focus on high-yield, frequently repeated topics
– Types of cell injury (reversible vs irreversible) – Apoptosis vs necrosis – key differences – Free radical injury & oxidative stress – Cellular adaptations – hypertrophy, hyperplasia, etc.
– Acute vs chronic inflammation features – Chemical mediators of inflammation – Wound healing – primary vs secondary intention – Granulomatous inflammation: TB, sarcoidosis
– Oedema, thrombosis, embolism – Virchow’s triad – Types of shock – hypovolemic, septic, cardiogenic – DIC – causes, lab findings, complications
– Benign vs malignant tumours – Tumour markers & hallmarks of cancer – Carcinogenesis – chemical, viral – Grading, staging & paraneoplastic syndromes
– Revise PYQs – 60–70% questions are repeat-based – Use tables, flowcharts & mnemonics – Solve clinical vignettes to apply pathology Focus on DigiNerve or other trusted resources for visuals