This expert volume in the Diagnostic Pathology series is an excellent point-of-care resource for practitioners at all levels of experience and training. Edited by Drs. Susan C. Lester and Beth T. Harrison, it is uniquely organized by the questions surgeons pose during intraoperative consultations, such as "Is the bronchial margin positive or negative?" or "Can this liver be used for transplantation?" among many others. This fully updated volume is the most comprehensive and targeted resource available in this time-sensitive area, covering more than 70 questions supported by tables, diagrams, radiographs, and photographs. Concisely written and easy to use, Diagnostic Pathology: Intraoperative Consultation, third edition, is a visually stunning, one-stop resource for every practicing pathologist, resident, student, or fellow as an ideal day-to-day reference or as a reliable training resource. Contains new chapters on the evaluation of margins from cervical resections, the use of ex vivo microscopy to image fresh tissue for the rapid creation of digital microscopic images for intraoperative diagnosis, and on other emerging techniques that may replace frozen section Includes a revised Safety Precautions chapter with details on evaluating specimens from patients with COVID-19 Features updated images and text throughout to align with updated terminology and methods Includes videos showing special techniques such as identifying radioactive seeds in breast biopsies and evaluating lung margins containing staples by frozen section Provides updated and expanded introductory and methods chapters in addition to more than 70 chapters based on questions posed by surgeons during intraoperative consultations Features more than 2,500 print and online images, including carefully annotated histology and gross pathology photos, full-color illustrations, clinical photographs, and radiologic images to help practicing and in-training pathologists reach a confident diagnosis Employs consistently templated chapters, bulleted content, key facts, a variety of tables, annotated images, pertinent references, and an extensive index for quick, expert reference at the point of care Includes an eBook versionthat enables you to access all text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud

Offering complete, practical guidance on the evaluation of the surgical pathology specimen, the Manual of Surgical Pathology concentrates decades of experience from the faculty and staff of one of the busiest and most respected pathology departments in the world. From a specimen's arrival in the department to preparation of the final report, you'll 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. The fully revised 4th Edition is an invaluable reference for practicing pathologists, residents, and pathology assistants as a practical, everyday resource for learning and applying optimal specimen evaluation as well as an excellent guide for board review. Helps you find information quickly with a user-friendly design, concise paragraphs, numbered lists, and bulleted material throughout the text. Reflects the latest AJCC staging information, as well as updates throughout on reporting procedures, protocols, and safety. Offers detailed instructions on the dissection, description, and sampling of specimens, and explains the application of pathology reports to patient management. Provides procedures for new types of specimens including pulmonary image guided resections, endoscopic mucosal resection, endoscopic submucosal dissection, laparoscopic hysterectomy, or nephrectomy morcellation, vertical sleeve gastrectomy, and evaluation of breast implant capsules with a clinical suspicion of lymphoma Features dozens of illustrations that demonstrate the gross appearance of common pathologic lesions, and more than 150 tables that examine the interpretation of histochemical stains, immunohistochemical studies, electron microscopy findings, cytogenetic changes, and much more. Examines the specimens from every organ and system as well as bullets, medical devices, and foreign materials. Includes a new chapter on occupational hazards for pathologists ranging from visual and musculoskeletal problems to exposure and prevention of workplace acquired infection and cancer. 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.

Designed as an easy-to-use and comprehensive reference for the practicing pathologist, "Diagnostic Pathology: Breast" is a highly anticipated title in the "Diagnostic Pathology" series offered by "Amirsys". As readers have come to expect from "Amirsys" reference tools, "Diagnostic Pathology: Breast" is filled with superior medical images, including gross and microscopic pathology, a wide range of supportive immunohistochemistry, and detailed medical illustrations with numerous examples of morphologic findings. For each anatomical site, you'll find CAP cancer staging and specimen handling protocols-one of the most useful hallmarks of the series-plus detailed immunohistochemistry panels to accompany the images. In addition, uncommonly discussed topics such as pathology of breast cancer status post neoadjuvant chemotherapy and recurrent breast cancer are covered. You'll also find new information on breast cancer classification, including profiles and classification of breast cancer based on DNA copy number changes, gene expression profiling and immunophenotyping. An added emphasis is placed on special challenges, pitfalls and potential limitations of needle core biopsies as well as on the role of immunohistochemistry in the differential diagnosis in breast pathology. This handsome volume will guide the reader through the intricacies of breast pathology and the diagnosis of breast-related diseases.