Manual of surgical pathology /
Here's complete, practical guidance on the evaluation of the surgical pathology specimen, from its arrival in the department to preparation of the final report. Inside, readers will find step-by-step instructions on specimen processing, tissue handling, gross dissection technique, histological...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Philadelphia :
Elsevier Churchill Livingstone,
2006.
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| Edition: | 2nd ed. |
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| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
| Summary: | Here's complete, practical guidance on the evaluation of the surgical pathology specimen, from its arrival in the department to preparation of the final report. Inside, readers will find step-by-step instructions on specimen processing, tissue handling, gross dissection technique, histological examination, application of special stains, development of a differential diagnosis, and more. This thoroughly revised New Edition integrates cutting-edge techniques as well as the latest staging and classification information. Features more than 150 tables that examine the interpretation of histochemical stains, immunohisto-chemical studies, electron microscopy findings, cytogenetic changes, and much more. Makes information easy to find with a user-friendly design, concise paragraphs, numbered lists, and bulleted material throughout the text. Offers detailed instructions on the dissection, description, and sampling of specimens. Provides the latest criteria for the grading and AJCC classification of all major tumors. Examines the specimens from every body organ and system as well as bullets, medical devices, and foreign materials. Explains the application of pathology reports to patient management. Includes useful guidance on operating room consultations, safety, microscope use, and error prevention. A superb source of step-by-step, bench-top guidance and an excellent board review guide. |
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| Item Description: | Previous edition: 2001. |
| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (xvii, 611 pages) : illustrations |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780443066450 0443066450 |