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pathological anatomy

knowledge

health and welfare

health

medicine

pathological anatomy

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Description

Pathological anatomy is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.

Alternative Labels

anatomy of abnormal tissue

anatomy of diseased tissue

anatomic pathology

anatomical pathology

morbid anatomy

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector specific skills and competences

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Current version: ESCO v1.2.1 (Last update 10/12/2025)