Prismatic epithelium is a special type of human epithelium that forms on the surface of internal organs and tissues. It is a layer of cells that covers the surface of the body and protects it from various environmental influences. This epithelium also participates in metabolic processes between the body and the external environment, and is also a barrier to the penetration of various microorganisms.
The epithelium is designed to protect not only the skin, but also other internal organs and tissues of the body, including the stomach, intestines, bladder and kidneys. It can be either flat or cylindrical, and consists of many cells that are in a tightly compressed state. Each cell of the prismatic epithelium contains a nucleus, which is important for its functioning and protection from external influences.
One of the main functions of the prismatic epithelium is to provide reliable protection of the body from the harmful effects of external factors, such as bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms that can disrupt the integrity of the skin or inner membrane. In addition, prismatic epithelium plays an important role in metabolism, helps control the internal environment of the body and prevents the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms within the body.
In case of diseases, the epithelium is called upon to perform protective functions until the disease is eliminated and ensure complete restoration of the inner lining or skin. In some cases, treatment of diseases of the prismatic epithelium is carried out using laser therapy and other surgical techniques aimed at increasing the density and degree of adhesion of epithelial cells, which makes it possible to enhance the protection of the organ or skin.
The study of prismatic epithelium began at the beginning of the 19th century, when Hempel first described this type of cellular structure in animals and humans. However, only in the 20th century was the contribution of this type of cells to the protective functions of the body proven. Modern research has proven that it is a healthy prismatic epithelial layer that ensures the reliability of the immune response and control of the internal environment of the body, provided that the epithelial barrier maintains its integrity and full functionality.