Aspiration Cytology: A Pattern Recognition Approach

By Andrew A. Renshaw

This new cytopathology resource takes a pattern-recognition approach to the interpretation of difficult aspirates, giving readers all of the tools they need to make the right diagnosis. A unique tabular design presents - at a glance - key information on the cytologic features, pitfalls, work up, and reporting for each lesion. More than 700 brilliant, full-colour photographs illustrate a full range of patterns found in aspirated tissue samples.Offers a step-by-step approach to challenging cases, beginning with the specimen pattern, followed by work up and pitfalls, through to a definitive diagnosis or a more narrow differential diagnosis.Classifies lesions into common, not so common, and rare categories.Shows all the basic patterns of aspirated tissue samples, giving readers a comprehensive list of differential diagnoses for each organ site.Examines the broad spectrum of organs and organ systems, including lung, liver, pancreas, breast, soft tissue, central nervous system, and many more.Includes representative sign out reports.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1416028706
• ISBN13: 9781416028703
• Release Date: August 2005
• Publisher: Saunders
• Length: 542 Pages
• Weight: 3.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.8" x 1.5" x 8.8"