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Does the term degenerative on a pathology report mean the same thing as necrosis?
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Absolutely not: As a pathologist, I am surprised that anyone would even have suggested this to you. Please get with your physician and demand a clear explanation.
Answered 9/19/2012
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No: In fact, "degenerative" is a term often used by pathologists to convey that the changes observed in a specimen are different from necrosis. The exact significance of this term varies depending on where the sample was taken from, so discussion with your doctor is important as mentioned.
Answered 10/24/2013
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