Description
The manners in which the peripheral and central nervous system responds to tumours, infections or inflammation as well as to immune mediated mechanisms.
Alternative labels
study of diseases of nervous systems
reaction of nervous systems to disease
reaction of the nervous system to disease
study of disease of nervous system tissue
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Neuropathology is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Chiropractor: Chiropractors are responsible for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disorders related to the neuromusculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on general health. They are independent primary health care professionals.
Optional knowledge
Neuropathology is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Neuropathology – ESCO