Concise yet comprehensive, Cytology: Diagnostic Principles and Clinical
Correlates is a practical guide to the diagnostic interpretation of
virtually any cytological specimen you may encounter. This highly
useful bench manual covers all organ systems and situations in which
cytology is used, including gynecologic, non-gynecologic, and FNA
samples, with an in-depth differential diagnosis discussion for all
major entities. As with previous editions, the revised 5th Edition
focuses on practical issues in diagnosis and the use of cytology in
clinical care, making it ideal for both trainee and practicing
pathologists
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- Uses easy-to-read, bulleted text to provide a quick review of key
differential diagnoses, indications and methods, cytomorphologic
features, clinical pearls, and tissue acquisition protocols for
specific entities.
- Includes coverage of patient management in discussions of
pertinent clinical features and emphasizes clinical correlation
throughout.
- Examines the role of immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, and
molecular biology in resolving difficulties in interpretation and
diagnosis.
- Features more than 550 full-color illustrations that provide a
real-life perspective of a full range of cytologic findings.
- Discusses hot topics such as new diagnostic biomarkers and their
utility in differential diagnosis, the latest Bethesda System
classifications/terminology, new techniques, and new adjunct tests.
- Provides an in-depth analysis of common diagnostic pitfalls to
assist with daily sign-out and reporting.
- Includes a video on how to perform fine needle aspiration biopsy,
from the patient interview and precautions to demonstration of
techniques.
- Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook
allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the
book on a variety of devices.
