Diagnostic Cytopathology provides the clinician with a comprehensive guide to the diagnostic applications of exfoliative and aspiration cytology. The book takes a systemic approach and will cover the recognised normal and abnormal cytological findings encountered in a particular organ. Appropriate histopathological correlations and a consideration of the possible differential diagnosis accompany the cytological findings. The book is heavily illustrated to ensure that it will be a practical resource for daily reference in the laboratory. A uniformity of basic chapter structure will expedite the clinician's search for answers to any query.
- in-depth bench book that covers everyday diagnostic work. Provides the clinician with an accessible guide to diagnostic investigation and screening.
- Cytologic findings closely related to histology.
- Provides the general diagnostic pathologist in the interpretation and recognition of tissue samples.
- Each chapter provides a summary of major diagnostic criteria and discusses the pitfalls and limitations of cytology. Enables the clinician to use cytology services more effectively.
- Major revisions of the following chapters: Mesotheliomas, Malignant Breast Tumours, Lymph Nodes, The Pathogenesis of Cervical Neoplasia, Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia and Squamous Carcinoma of the Cervix.
- Brand new chapter on Automation which is increasingly important in cervical screening.
- Additional material on Thin Core Biopsy technique which is increasingly used in Breast Screening Program.
- Inclusion of new genetic markers in immunohistochemistry increasingly important in non-gynaecological areas.
With 47 additional contributors.
