Rosai and Ackerman's Surgical Pathology 2 Volume Set (Rosai & Ackerman's Surgical Pathology) [Hardcover]

Juan Rosai (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0323013422 | ISBN-13: 978-0323013420 | Publication Date: March 23, 2004 | Edition: 9

Rosai and Ackerman's Surgical Pathology presents comprehensive guidance on every aspect of the field. The New Edition of this two-volume masterwork retains the practical approach that has earned it a loyal following and widespread critical acclaim. At the same time, it delivers expanded and updated content on molecular pathology, immunohistochemical markers, and cytopathological diagnosis. What's more, this definitive reference is now illustrated in full color throughout! Virtually all of its more than 3,900 illustrations are now in full color, providing unprecedented diagnostic assistance. A bonus CD-ROM delivers all of the book's illustrations in digital format.

• Uses a consistent, clinically oriented structure for each organ system chapter, describing anatomy · congenital anomalies · inflammatory disorders · and benign and malignant neoplasms, and then exploring clinical presentation · gross and microscopic features · ultrastructural and immunohistochemical findings · differential diagnosis · therapy · and prognosis for virtually every tumor type.
  
• Contains over 3,900 outstanding illustrations from Dr. Rosai's vast personal collection-nearly all in full color for the first time.
  
• Presents hundreds of diagnostic pearls detailing Dr. Rosai's expert observations on what to look for when examining a slide of each disease, what to be careful about, and which presentations can be misleading.
  
• Presents valuable appendices on tumor staging, quality control procedures, and the handling of gross specimens.

• Incorporates all of the major genetic molecular alterations that have recently been described in various types of tumors, especially those of clinical significance
  
• Delivers greatly expanded or rewritten information on immunohistochemical and genetic features.
  
• Provides a new chapter on special techniques, including a comprehensive catalog of immunohistochemical markers.
  
• Includes a new, bonus image bank CD-ROM containing all of the book's over 3,900 full-color illustrations and photomicrographs, easily downloadable for use in PowerPoint® presentations.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An indispensable bench text...Well worth the price, and it is recommended with enthusiasm." --JAMA

"Should have a place on the shelf of every surgical pathologist." --American Journal of Clinical Pathology

"Unquestionably the best surgical pathology textbook available."--Modern Pathology

If I were to recommend only one book (albeit in two volumes) for a histopathology trainee or department to buy, then this would be it.
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 3080 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 9 edition (March 23, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323013422
• ISBN-13: 978-0323013420
• Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.8 x 6.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 22.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #681,042 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Rosai or Sternberg? Pick Rosai., August 26, 2004

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Homer Wright "Rosette" (Circle, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rosai and Ackerman's Surgical Pathology 2 Volume Set (Rosai & Ackerman's Surgical Pathology) (Hardcover)

Unless you plan on purchasing both Rosai and Sternberg, most people at some point decide which one to buy. Since both are roughly the same price and the same length with the same amount of illustrations, it can be difficult to decide. Here is my take. If you're a resident, you'll probably prefer Sternberg because it is easier to read and has better charts and review tables. If you're an older resident or pathologist, Rosai is more comprehensive and thorough, although more laborious to read. Either way, you can't really go wrong as long as it doesn't just collect dust on the shelf. This book truly is excellent and you will not be disappointed if you choose Rosai.

6 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The resident's best friend, December 24, 2004

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Saeed Al-shieban (London, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rosai and Ackerman's Surgical Pathology 2 Volume Set (Rosai & Ackerman's Surgical Pathology) (Hardcover)

I read the previous edition and the current one... I found that it is a change from the better to the best. Rosai's surgical pathology is the only dependable text and the easiest to read and review book for the pathology residents. It is not comparabale to the other surgical pathology books because ..simply..it is the best. I realy advise it to the pathology residents and consultants.

3 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars TIMELESS AND OUTSTANDING, August 13, 2004

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liver12 "smokin' joe" (UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rosai and Ackerman's Surgical Pathology 2 Volume Set (Rosai & Ackerman's Surgical Pathology) (Hardcover)

A benchmark bench reference book for established and trainee pathologists: an histopathology trainee's bible. It is timeless and outstanding. Editors are bang up-to-date and move with the times. See something new down your microscope and can't put your finger on it? It is in Rosai's book. CDRom enclosed.