Atlas of Cytopathology : A Pattern-Based Approach

Derek B Allison

ISBN 10: 197524107X / ISBN 13: 9781975241070

Published by Lippincott Williams&Wilki Mär 2026, 2026

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Neuware - Closely mirroring the daily sign-out process, Atlas of Cytopathology: A Pattern-Based Approach, 2nd Edition,by Drs. Christopher J. VandenBussche, M. Lisa Zhang, and Derek B. Allison, is a highly illustrated, efficient guide to accurate diagnosis. This practical, up-to-date reference uses a proven, pattern-based approach to clearly explain how to interpret challenging cases by highlighting red flags in the clinical chart and locating hidden clues in the slides. Useful as a daily 'scope-side guide,' it features numerous clinical and educational features that help you find pertinent information, reach a correct diagnosis, and assemble a thorough and streamlined pathology report.- More than 1,500 high-quality, full-color images depict the different preparations, artifacts, and limitations seen during a cytopathology sign-out. Each image is captioned with key diagnostic considerations and includes callouts showing subtle features and diagnostic clues.- New contentincludes newly developed and modified reporting systems for the pancreas, thyroid, serous fluid, and urine specimens, the addition of a section covering cerebrospinal fluid specimens, and updated information on ancillary testing throughout.- Practical tools throughout the text include:- Discussions of how and when to incorporate ancillary tests such as flow cytometry, molecular studies, and immunohistochemistry.- Checklists for key elements of the diagnostic approach and sample notes for inclusion in pathology reports- Brief reviews of normal cytomorphology that provide contrast to succeeding patterns- 'Pearls and Pitfalls' and 'Near Misses' sections with lessons from real life sign-out experience- 'Frequently Asked Questions' sections that discuss common diagnostic dilemmas- 'Sample Note' sections that offer a template of how to sign out cases from the simple to the complex- Comprehensive quizzes that provide experience with high-yield, board-style teaching topics.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Atlas of Cytopathology : A Pattern-Based Approach
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams&Wilki Mär 2026
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 197524107X
• ISBN 13: 9781975241070
• Binding: Buch
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 285W x 219H x 27D millimeters 285 millimeters width by 219 millimeters height by 27 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1674 grams

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Synopsis

Closely mirroring the daily sign-out process, Atlas of Cytopathology: A Pattern-Based Approach, 2nd Edition, by Drs. Christopher J. VandenBussche, M. Lisa Zhang, and Derek B. Allison, is a highly illustrated, efficient guide to accurate diagnosis. This practical, up-to-date reference uses a proven, pattern-based approach to clearly explain how to interpret challenging cases by highlighting red flags in the clinical chart and locating hidden clues in the slides. Useful as a daily “scope-side guide,” it features numerous clinical and educational features that help you find pertinent information, reach a correct diagnosis, and assemble a thorough and streamlined pathology report.

• More than 1,500 high-quality, full-color images depict the different preparations, artifacts, and limitations seen during a cytopathology sign-out. Each image is captioned with key diagnostic considerations and includes callouts showing subtle features and diagnostic clues.
• New content includes newly developed and modified reporting systems for the pancreas, thyroid, serous fluid, and urine specimens, the addition of a section covering cerebrospinal fluid specimens, and updated information on ancillary testing throughout.
• Practical tools throughout the text include:
  • Discussions of how and when to incorporate ancillary tests such as flow cytometry, molecular studies, and immunohistochemistry.
  • Checklists for key elements of the diagnostic approach and sample notes for inclusion in pathology reports
  • Brief reviews of normal cytomorphology that provide contrast to succeeding patterns
  • “Pearls and Pitfalls” and “Near Misses” sections with lessons from real life sign-out experience
  • “Frequently Asked Questions” sections that discuss common diagnostic dilemmas
  • “Sample Note” sections that offer a template of how to sign out cases from the simple to the complex
  • Comprehensive quizzes that provide experience with high-yield, board-style teaching topics